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LOT 34

Lot 34

A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century

A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
Lot 34 Details
A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century

清 十八/十九世纪 白玉雕洒金皮'瓜瓞绵绵'烟壶

One side featuring a russet patch, both sides carved in low relief with butterflies in flight amidst leafy fruiting branches
excluding stopper height 2.2 in — 5.7 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $10,625
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
  • A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
  • A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
  • A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
  • A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
  • A White and Russet Jade 'Butterfly and Melon' Snuff Bottle, 18th/19th Century
Provenance:

Private Collection, Montreal
Acquired in China between 1930 and 1940
来源：
蒙特利尔私人收藏
1930-40年间购自中国

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