Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 182

Lot 182

Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Lot 182 Details
Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, 19th Century

Tapering towards a narrowed base, the exterior decorated with a continuous scene of a crane beneath a pine tree with the branches extending along all sides
height 2.8" — 7 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $369
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
  • Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Provenance:

Chinese Porcelain, Works of Art and Snuff Bottles from a Notable North York Collection (lots 163-190)
Purchased in Geneva, London and Toronto during the 1960’s.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 182
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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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