Lot 213
  • 213

AN EMERALD-GREEN GLASS SNUFF BOTTLE QIANLONG MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • galss
of octagonal profile with faceted oval panels in raised relief on both sides, the base with a four-character wheel-cut mark, stopper (2)

Provenance

John Sparks Ltd., London.
Collection of Sir Michael Wright, former British Ambassador in Baghdad (1954-1958).
Collection of Marjorie Florence Pradella (née Roberts), and thence by descent.

Condition

In overall good condition, except for a tiny 0.1 cm shallow chip to the rim. Expected minute nicks to the edges, consistent with age.
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