Lot 641
  • 641

AN YIXING STONEWARE FAMILLE-ROSE ‘PEKINESE DOG’ SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 HKD
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Description

  • Ceramic
moulded with rectangular panels on each side, enamelled with a Pekinese dog within a garden setting, the reverse with branches of luxuriant prunus

Provenance

Collection of John Fell Ruckman (1901-1965), Pennsylvania.
Collection of Charles V. Swain, thence by descent.


Condition

Good condition with minute surface wear. Please note there is now a replacement stopper. Images are available upon request.
"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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