09-19-201509-19-2015
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September 19, 2015 11:00 AMCalender
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Green Fluorite Stone Snuff Bottle

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Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2843BLocation: BostonDate / Time: September 19, 2015 11:00AM

Description:

Green Fluorite Stone Snuff Bottle, China, 19th/20th century, flattened rounded rectangular flask-shape with metal clad round mouth, resting on an oval metal stem foot, the bottle decorated with two carved female devas and a phoenix, the metalwork stopper domed with red agate and decorated with a paneled band of stylized dragon, fish, and foliate designs, the metal foot with a paneled band of stylized fish and flower design, an engraved mark reading "MAQUET" on the mouth, ht. 3 1/4 in.
Estimate $500-700

in good condition with minor tarnishing to metal.


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Keywords

China