Asian Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 43

Lot 43

Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century

Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
Lot 43 Details
Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century

One of smooth globular form; two with monster-head handles on either side of the sloping shoulders; one of tapering form and carved in high relief with a pair of cranes beneath a pine tree
tallest height 2.8" — 7 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
  • Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
  • Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
  • Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
  • Four Agate Snuff Bottles, 19th/20th Century
Provenance:

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

CONDITION DETAILS

largest with stone fissure crack to base; no other condition problems noted

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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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