Asian Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 50

Lot 50

Hardstone Inlay Silver Snuff Bottle, Tibet or Mongolia

Hardstone Inlay Silver Snuff Bottle, Tibet or Mongolia
Lot 50 Details
Hardstone Inlay Silver Snuff Bottle, Tibet or Mongolia

The body of circular form with a pair of ring handles along the sloping shoulders, the whole raised on a splayed foot and inset with coral and turquoise beads throughout
height 3" — 7.5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $216
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

overall wear and silver tarnish, but all inlays intact

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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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