Asian Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 42

Lot 42

Five Hardstone Snuff Bottles

Five Hardstone Snuff Bottles
Lot 42 Details
Five Hardstone Snuff Bottles

Two onyx bottles; two zoisite bottles; and a quartz bottle TOGETHER WITH a green composite elephant; a hardstone elephant; a hardstone frog; a composite turtle; and a pair of hardstone bowls
tallest snuff bottle height 2.2" — 5.5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $492
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Provenance:

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

CONDITION DETAILS

no condition problems noted

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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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