A Chinese Silvered Bronze Openwork Snuff Bottle with Qilin and Cloud Scrolls, 26AV
Ovoid Silvered Bronze snuff bottle with elaborate reticulated openwork carving. The pierced body depicts a qilin amidst swirling cloud scrolls. The stopper is decorated with geometric fretwork and linked by a metal chain suspending a phoenix-shaped pendant, with dual side suspension loops. Minor surface patina and wear consistent with age and handling. Height 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.), width 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.).
Condition
All lots offered are sourced from a private estate and sold "as is, where is". These antique works of art will naturally exhibit age, wear, restoration, losses and imperfections consistent with their long history. The absence of any comment regarding a defect does not imply the lot is free from damage, repair or restoration. No warranty, express or implied, is provided with respect to the condition of any lot.
Ovoid Silvered Bronze snuff bottle with elaborate reticulated openwork carving. The pierced body depicts a qilin amidst swirling cloud scrolls. The stopper is decorated with geometric fretwork and linked by a metal chain suspending a phoenix-shaped pendant, with dual side suspension loops. Minor surface patina and wear consistent with age and handling. Height 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.), width 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.).
Condition
All lots offered are sourced from a private estate and sold "as is, where is". These antique works of art will naturally exhibit age, wear, restoration, losses and imperfections consistent with their long history. The absence of any comment regarding a defect does not imply the lot is free from damage, repair or restoration. No warranty, express or implied, is provided with respect to the condition of any lot.
