NINE SNUFF BOTTLES 19TH / 20TH CENTURY

including one of carnelian agate; one of burlwood; one of black and white glass, one in lac burgaute,  two of amber; two of cinnabar lacquer and one of composite material (9)

The carnelian double bottle. The cork is lodged in one mouth and there are minute nicks along the edges. The burlwood bottle has signs of light wear. The black and white glass bottle has chips around the mouth rim and the stopper is lodged in the neck. The body is broken and repaired. The lac burgaute bottle has a chip to the mouth and small losses to the inlay. The pebble-form amber bottle has chips around the mouth. the other amber bottle also has chips around the mouth and has been broken and repaired. There are losses to the lacquer around the mouth of one cinnabar lacquer bottle exposing the metal beneath. Both cinnabar lacquer bottles have minute chips and signs of wear. The composite bottle has chips and signs of wear. All ivory spoons have been removed.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.