Asian Art Online Auction

April 25, 2013

LOT 101

Lot 101

Two Organic Snuff Bottles

Two Organic Snuff Bottles
Lot 101 Details
Two Organic Snuff Bottles

Both of miniature-proportion; the first, of baluster-form and rendered from coral, the sides smooth and uncarved; the other, amber and rectangular-shaped raised on a short foot
tallest height 2" — 5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $108
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Collection of Snuff Bottles, Porcelain, and Decorative Works of Art from an Important North York Collection, acquired in the 1960’s

CONDITION DETAILS

amber bottle with superficial surface scratches, coral snuff bottle with no condition problems noted

LOT 101
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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