Important South African & International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 6 March 2017

English Silver, Furniture, Oriental and Cape Silver, Decorative Arts and Furniture

Sold for

ZAR 27 284
Lot 278
  • A Chinese amber snuff bottle, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 27 284
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About this Item

A Chinese amber snuff bottle, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
the whole carved in relief with a pair of contesting dragons, the dragon's tail forming a low footrim, stopper, 3,5cm high; and another example, the front and reverse carved with a bat viewing a peach, with low footrim, stopper 5,1cm high
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