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For a near identical example, see Sotheby's, London, Important Chinese Snuff Bottles, June 6, 1988, lot 18
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A BLUE AND WHITE SOFTPASTE PORCELAIN BOTTLE
19TH CENTURY
Of cylindrical shape, painted in a bright blue with a five-clawed dragon chasing a flaming pearl amidst cloud scrolls above breaking waves and rockwork, a ruyi-head band at the neck--3 3/8in. (8.6cm.) high, stopper
19TH CENTURY
Of cylindrical shape, painted in a bright blue with a five-clawed dragon chasing a flaming pearl amidst cloud scrolls above breaking waves and rockwork, a ruyi-head band at the neck--3 3/8in. (8.6cm.) high, stopper