9026
A RED OVERLAY GLASS ‘LOTUS AND BUDS’ SNUFF BOTTLE
QING DYNASTY

Of elongated teardrop form resting on a gently flared foot, the semi-translucent glass superbly carved through the single red overlay with delicate tendrils bearing buds and flowering lotuses on both sides.

H: 8.5 cm

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000
59,000 - 98,000
1,900 - 3,200
Sold Price
18,000
69,767
2,323

Ravenel Spring Auction 2014 Hong Kong

9026

A RED OVERLAY GLASS ‘LOTUS AND BUDS’ SNUFF BOTTLE
QING DYNASTY


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JSL Auction, March 1999

The lotus resembles purity and numerous progeny. Many believe that its roots are of a jade like whiteness and the glistening drops of water resting on its spread leaves are symbolic of Buddhist enlightenment. The workmanship and control of the medium exhibits by the present lot resembles the fluidity one would find on a painting while the juxtaposition of the layers of colors are reflective of dimensions.
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