Asian Art Reference Books Online Auction

October 28, 2010

LOT 141

Lot 141

Three Hardstone Snuff Bottles

Three Hardstone Snuff Bottles
Lot 141 Details
Three Hardstone Snuff Bottles

The first, of a marbled brown agate, carved with two faux animal head handles and a prunus tree; the second, cut from a layered stone, depicting a cat chasing a butterfly among flowers on one side and a resting bat on the other; the third, depicts two large amber butterflies and a beetle alongside a prunus tree
height 2.7" — 6.8 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Three Hardstone Snuff Bottles
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  • 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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