Asian Auction

June 04, 2012

LOT 171

Lot 171

Coral Carved Gourd-Form Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

Coral Carved Gourd-Form Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Lot 171 Details
Coral Carved Gourd-Form Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

Rendered in the form of a gourd with well carved rind, branches wrapped along the underside with small blooming prunus flowers and leaves, minor white inclusions throughout
height 1.8" — 4.5 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $4,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Coral Carved Gourd-Form Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
  • Coral Carved Gourd-Form Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 171
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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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