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Description:
Interior-painted Rock Crystal Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, oviform with straight neck and round mouth, resting on an oval foot, painted with roosters and hens, signed "Ye Zhongsan" with date "1897" archaic-style handles carved in bas-relief on sides, coral glass stopper, ht. 2 5/8 in.
Estimate $500-700
chipped to the tip of spoon, chipped to base, surface scratches and dirt. Stopper top detached, but present.
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