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A CARVED CORAL SNUFF BOTTLE
1760-1860
The bottle is of natural 'trunk' form, carved in low relief around the sides with blossoming peony, prunus and butterflies.
2 5/8 in. (6.6 cm.) high, jadeite stopper
1760-1860
The bottle is of natural 'trunk' form, carved in low relief around the sides with blossoming peony, prunus and butterflies.
2 5/8 in. (6.6 cm.) high, jadeite stopper
Provenance
Ruth and Carl Barron Collection, Belmont, Massachusetts, no. 3352.
Special notice
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.