Group of Eight Chinese Snuff Bottles, 20th c.,
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Group of Eight Chinese Snuff Bottles, 20th c., including four of porcelain; one enamel; one purple glass; one of carved stone; and one of carved wood with incised decoration. (8 Pcs.)
Condition
Condition consistent with age. Two porcelain examples are glued to stands. Enamel- Corrosion is observed on the brass details (top and bottom rims, frames around scenes and figures on the sides). Blue porcelain example- The top is lacking. Yellow residue is observed along the bottom edge. Porcelain example with orange top- A pea-size sticker is noted near the base. Though the base is attached, the painted bottom is partially visible and depicts a rotund figure seated with hands clasped on a purple dome-shaped object. Stone example- The top is detached but present. An approximate 1 cm hairline crack is observed near one edge. Clear residue is noted on the bottom edge. Purple glass- Clear residue is observed on the bottom edge. Scattered minute air bubbles are noted throughout. Wooden example- A flea-size chip is noted in the background. Yellow porcelain example- Slight craquelure is observed in the background. Light wear is seen on the base. Nixon and Mao example- Slight patina is noted to the rim and flag standards. Scattered minute black specks are observed intermittently throughout. A delightful group.
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Group of Eight Chinese Snuff Bottles, 20th c.,
Estimate $400 - $800
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