清十八 / 十九世紀 紫料螭龍紋鋪首耳鼻煙壺 及 紫料螭龍紋鼻煙壺

comprising an amethyst glass snuff bottle of compressed spherical form, carved with a pair of chilong depicted in confrontation poise, the reverse carved in low relief with eight archaistic characters, the sides with taotie masks; and an amethyst glass snuff bottle carved in low relief on the sides with a pair of chilong depicted clambering up the curved sides, their tails reaching down to the base

Left bottle: minuscule nicks on the outer lip of the mouth, and minor surface wear. Right bottle: minuscule nicks on the mouth and at the edges of the sides. Minor surface scratching
"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."