19th century, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Jewellery

Live Auction, 18 March 2019

Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art

Sold for

ZAR 47 796
Lot 104
  • A Japanese lac burgauté snuff bottle, Meiji period (1868-1912)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 47 796

About this Item

A Japanese lac burgauté snuff bottle, Meiji period (1868-1912)
of flattened ovoid form, the black lacquer ground set with minute mother-of-pearl and gold-foil tiles forming a chrysanthemum to the centre, with similarly decorated stopper, two-character mark, 5,7 cm high

*This lot is not suitable for export



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