Three Carved Snuff Bottles

Description:

Three Carved Snuff Bottles, China, a flattened rectangular flask-shape with carved and painted details in high relief; a caparisoned elephant-shape incised with painted and gilt details; and a double gourd-shape perfumer with pierced design, a carved chain with three pendants attached to the stopper, ht. to 3 7/8 in.
Estimate $100-200

elephant-shape with heavy surface stain.


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