A Chinese agate snuff bottle

Qing dynasty (1644-1911), carved accordingly to the inclusion of the stone, with butterflies to one side and a literatus to the reverse, inscribed with a poem and signature of Lansheng, the stopper with an amethyst cabochon and an ivory spoon, 7.5cm high 清 玛瑙巧雕诗题鼻烟壶 IMPORTANT NOTE This lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: Y8XTLDFVCondition Report Stopper chipped and cracked. Snuff bottle with surface scratches. Request A Condition Report