TWO HARDSTONE EMBELLISHED SNUFF BOTTLES,
This lot is offered without reserve. Prospective … Read more Property from a Private American Collection 
TWO HARDSTONE EMBELLISHED SNUFF BOTTLES,

EARLY 20TH CENTURY, PROBABLY JAPANESE,

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TWO HARDSTONE EMBELLISHED SNUFF BOTTLES,
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, PROBABLY JAPANESE,
the first lacquered metal embellished with hardstone and ivory figural scenes, wood stopper and hardstone finial; the second embellished with hardstone immortal, birds and flowers to the reverse with matching embellished stopper, and bone spoon
The larger 3½in. (8.8cm.) high (4)
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This lot is offered without reserve. 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.

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