Asian Art Auction

December 13, 2010

LOT 289

Lot 289

Japanese Mixed-Metal ‘Laq Burgaute’ Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Japanese Mixed-Metal ‘Laq Burgaute’ Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 289 Details
Japanese Mixed-Metal ‘Laq Burgaute’ Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Of flattened shield form with mother-of-pearl, silver, and gold highlights, one side decorated with a traveler beneath a tree overlooking the waterway, the reverse a bird descending upon a group of florals
height 3" — 7.5 cm.
four-character Qianlong mark

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Japanese Mixed-Metal ‘Laq Burgaute’ Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Japanese Mixed-Metal ‘Laq Burgaute’ Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark, Meiji Period, 19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 289
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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