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(us$4,000-5,000)
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A PUDDINGSTONE SNUFF BOX
QING DYNASTY
Of a scallop-shaped cross-section, the waisted sides gently rising from the slightly convex base, the rims bound in gilt-metal and hinged along the straight side and attached to a cover, opening to reveal a well-hollowed interior
2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm.)
QING DYNASTY
Of a scallop-shaped cross-section, the waisted sides gently rising from the slightly convex base, the rims bound in gilt-metal and hinged along the straight side and attached to a cover, opening to reveal a well-hollowed interior
2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm.)