Asian Art Online Auction

February 28, 2013

LOT 39

Lot 39

Group of Six Chinese Snuff Bottles

Group of Six Chinese Snuff Bottles
Lot 39 Details
Group of Six Chinese Snuff Bottles

Including: three rendered from ivory, one cloisonne enamel, one mother-of-pearl, one glass TOGETHER WITH a soapstone chop with a fu-lion carved in the round along the top
tallest height 2.8" — 7.1 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $204
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

bottles missing spoons

LOT 39
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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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