Lot 578
  • 578

A BANDED DUAN STONE SNUFF BOTTLE, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
500 - 700 AUD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A BANDED DUAN STONE SNUFF BOTTLE, 19TH CENTURY
of compressed ovoid form supported on a circular footrim, the light brownish-grey stone naturally striated with thick darker bands running across the body

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong sale HK0130, April 1998, lot 1228

Condition

Very minor bruising to the rim, but otherwise good.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."