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1770-1880
Details
A SILVER SNUFF BOTTLE
1770-1880
The moon-flask-form bottle is cast on either side with a medallion containing a Buddhist lion and cub playing with brocade balls, flanked by mask and ring handles on the narrow sides.
2 1/8 in. (5.3 cm.) high, original silver stopper
1770-1880
The moon-flask-form bottle is cast on either side with a medallion containing a Buddhist lion and cub playing with brocade balls, flanked by mask and ring handles on the narrow sides.
2 1/8 in. (5.3 cm.) high, original silver stopper
Provenance
T. Embricos, London.
Robert Kleiner, London, 2012.
Ruth and Carl Barron Collection, Belmont, Massachusetts, no. 5393.
Robert Kleiner, London, 2012.
Ruth and Carl Barron Collection, Belmont, Massachusetts, no. 5393.
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Margaret Gristina