Lot 59
  • 59

A WHITE JADE 'RECUMBENT DOG' SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
140,000 - 160,000 HKD
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Description

  • Jade

Provenance

Hugh M. Moss Ltd., Hong Kong, 1992.

Literature

Hugh Moss, Victor Graham and Ka Bo Tsang, A Treasury of Chinese Snuff Bottles: The Mary and George Bloch Collection, vol. 1, Hong Kong, 1996, no. 44.

Condition

There is possibly a minute polished chip to the left ear. Minor surface wear to the underside, otherwise good condition.
"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.
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