Asian Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 37

Lot 37

Cinnabar Lacquer Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark

Cinnabar Lacquer Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark
Lot 37 Details
Cinnabar Lacquer Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark

The body of tapering ovoid shape with flat gilt foot and carved in high relief with a village scene contained between simple floral borders
height 2.8" — 7 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $312
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Cinnabar Lacquer Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark
  • Cinnabar Lacquer Snuff Bottle, Qianlong Mark
Provenance:

Chinese Snuff Bottles from a Notable North York Collection
Purchased in Geneva, London and Toronto during the 1960’s.

CONDITION DETAILS

minor wear to gilded rims; no other condition problems noted

LOT 37
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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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