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LOT 227A

Lot 227A

A Group of Three Carved Hornbill and Buffalo Horn Snuff Bottles, Mid 20th Century

A Group of Three Carved Hornbill and Buffalo Horn Snuff Bottles, Mid 20th Century
Lot 227A Details
A Group of Three Carved Hornbill and Buffalo Horn Snuff Bottles, Mid 20th Century

二十世纪 鹤顶红'踏雪寻梅' '荷池妻鹭'鼻烟壶 角雕'白云红叶'鼻烟壶 一组三件

The first carved from hornbill, decorated in relief with the Tang poet Meng Haoran riding a donkey and accompanied by an attendant, the other side with Shoulao riding a deer, the narrow sides carved through the red surface with chilong dragons; the second carved from buffalo horn and incised with calligraphy and a landscape; the third carved in openwork from hornbill with cranes and lotus
'荷池妻鹭' 樵西愚子刻 庚子初夏刻
tallest height 2.7 in — 6.8 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,800
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A Group of Three Carved Hornbill and Buffalo Horn Snuff Bottles, Mid 20th Century
  • A Group of Three Carved Hornbill and Buffalo Horn Snuff Bottles, Mid 20th Century
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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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