Cloisonne Snuff Bottle

Description:

Cloisonne Snuff Bottle, China, pear-shape, decorated with a garden scene and a calligraphy work in two lobed panels, against a blue ground with lotus scroll design, domed stopper, four-character Qianlong mark on gilt base, ht. 2 7/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

minor wear and tear to mouth rim, enamel flaws with pockmarks, minor tarnishing and gilt loss to metal.


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