RARE TABATIERE EN VERRE IMITANT L'AMETHYSTE CHINE, MARQUE GUYUE, XVIIIe SIECLE

à décor grave d'une branche de prunus en fleur sur une face, l'autre face portant une inscription :
'S'il advient que les fleurs de la forêt soient pareilles au brocart,
Les promeneurs iront tous (y) contempler les fleurs'
Avec deux cachets portant le caractère 'shan' se chevauchant.

Good condition. Some minute dents and scratches on the surface and light surface scratches to the mouth rim ; a minor dent above the right end top character of the inscription ; the reverse of the bottle is decorated with engraved prunus flowers. The colour is softer, somewhat paler and less strong than on the catalogue illustration.
"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."

The color purple is associated with heaven and the Imperial court.