A MINIATURE CARVED CARNELIAN BOTTLE
1800-1940
Of rectangular shape, carved in high relief with a bat and lingzhi utilizing the russet skin of the creamy white stone, stopper
1½in. (3.9cm.) high
Provenance
Raymond Li, Hong Kong.
Lot Essay
This form is inspired by the hat-feather holder for an official's hat.
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