04-26-200804-26-2008
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2406Boston
April 26, 2008 11:00 AMCalender
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Amber Snuff Bottle

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$11,850$10,000
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2406Location: BostonDate / Time: April 26, 2008 11:00AM

Description:

Amber Snuff Bottle, China, 18th/19th century, highly translucent material, well hollowed, carved in the form of a melon with foliage and butterflies, top of carved malachite, lg. 2 1/4 in.

Provenance: Dane collection; H. Moss, 1974.

Exhibitions: Fogg Museum, 1992, Bass Museum, 1997.
Estimate $600-800

Keywords

Amber Snuff Bottle, China, Bass Museum, Fogg Museum