A Chinese Phosphorescent Green Gourd Form Relief Carved Carp Snuff Bottle, 85AV
Gourd-shaped phosphorescent green snuff bottle, the material glows neon in the dark when illuminated by torch light, deeply relief-carved with large carp and lotus foliage across the double-gourd body. The vessel is fitted with a cracked red cabochon stopper set within gilt metal mount. Height 8 cm (3 1/8 in.), width 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.). Minor surface patina and wear consistent with age and handling.
Condition
This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION: there are no hidden or confidential reserves, all acceptable bidding commences at the online START PRICE.
Gourd-shaped phosphorescent green snuff bottle, the material glows neon in the dark when illuminated by torch light, deeply relief-carved with large carp and lotus foliage across the double-gourd body. The vessel is fitted with a cracked red cabochon stopper set within gilt metal mount. Height 8 cm (3 1/8 in.), width 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.). Minor surface patina and wear consistent with age and handling.
Condition
This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION: there are no hidden or confidential reserves, all acceptable bidding commences at the online START PRICE.
