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拍品專文
The decoration carved on the present lot is not only expertly rendered but also conveys a wealth of auspicious wishes. Hibiscus, mufurong in Chinese, is a pun for 'wealth' and 'glory'. Day-lilies, called baihe in Chinese, meaning 'hundred together', are associated with weddings.
Compare with a smaller rhinoceros horn libation cup also carved as an open hibiscus flower with a stamen to the centre, with a day-lily to the exterior which sold in our New York rooms, 22 March 2007, lot 150.
Please note this lot is accompanied by a letter from Animal Health agreeing that Christie's may sell it without further CITES certification and confirming that they would be likely to grant an export permit for it to leave the EU post-sale.
Compare with a smaller rhinoceros horn libation cup also carved as an open hibiscus flower with a stamen to the centre, with a day-lily to the exterior which sold in our New York rooms, 22 March 2007, lot 150.
Please note this lot is accompanied by a letter from Animal Health agreeing that Christie's may sell it without further CITES certification and confirming that they would be likely to grant an export permit for it to leave the EU post-sale.