PRINTPROVENANCE:
1. Hugh M. Moss Ltd, 10 July, 1983 :
2. Bonhams Hong Kong, 25 May, 2011, lot 204 :
1. Hugh M. Moss Ltd, 10 July, 1983 :
2. Bonhams Hong Kong, 25 May, 2011, lot 204 :
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A CARVED ‘FURONG’ ‘LYCHEE’ SNUFF BOTTLE
MID QING DYNASTY |
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Meticulously sculpted hibiscus stone snuff bottle shaped as a lychee fruit. A hole is drilled into the stone, hollowing out its interior to create room for a container. The cap and scoop mechanism is created in the shape of a lychee stem. Beautiful and lifelike, this small yet exquisite lychee-shaped snuff bottle suggests the auspicious notion of “prosperity.” |
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Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 698,000 - 853,000 23,200 - 28,400
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