Important South African and International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 5 March 2018

Decorative Arts

Sold for

ZAR 10 539
Lot 240
  • Two Chinese cameo agate magnum snuff bottles, late 19th/early 20th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 10 539

About this Item

Two Chinese cameo agate magnum snuff bottles, late 19th/early 20th century

the first carved in relief with three cubs playing beneath a pine tree, on a low footrim, stopper, 9,7cm high; the second carved in relief with a pair of praying mantis amongst foliage, stopper, 9,5cm high

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