Asian Art Auction

December 02, 2013

LOT 176

Lot 176

White Jade ‘Butterfly’ Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

White Jade ‘Butterfly’ Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Lot 176 Details
White Jade ‘Butterfly’ Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

Finely carved pebble with relief butterfly and leafy branch. Coral stopper
height 2.4" — 6 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$4,000

Realised: $6,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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White Jade ‘Butterfly’ Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
  • White Jade ‘Butterfly’ Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Provenance:

Three Jade Snuff Bottles from the Property of a Toronto Lady (Lots 176-178)

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 176
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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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