Lot Essay
For a comparable example and an explanation on this group of bottles decorated with chi dragons, see lot 164 of the present sale.
CHINE, XIXEME SIECLE
Details
TABATIERE EN VERRE TURQUOISE SCULPTE
CHINE, XIXEME SIECLE
De forme ovale aplatie, les côtés rehaussés chacun d'un chilong au corps noueux, leurs queues formant le pied, le bouchon en cristal de roche
Hauteur: 6 cm. (2 3/8 in.)
CHINE, XIXEME SIECLE
De forme ovale aplatie, les côtés rehaussés chacun d'un chilong au corps noueux, leurs queues formant le pied, le bouchon en cristal de roche
Hauteur: 6 cm. (2 3/8 in.)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT payable at 19.6% (5.5% for books) will be added to the buyer’s premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis
Further details
A CARVED TURQUOISE GLASS SNUFF BOTTLE
CHINA, 19TH CENTURY
CHINA, 19TH CENTURY
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Mathilde Courteault