Asian Art Online Auction

December 07, 2017

LOT 110

Lot 110

A Group of Nine Snuff Bottles

A Group of Nine Snuff Bottles
Lot 110 Details
A Group of Nine Snuff Bottles

Together with miscellaneous pieces including five small porcelain items, two snuff bottle stoppers, and two small carvings (one ivory)
tallest height 3.5 in — 9 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $240
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

small loss to lacquer snuff bottle, firing flaws and cracks to porcelain snuff bottles, enamel loss to small porcelain items

LOT 110
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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