Important South African & International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 6 March 2017

English Silver, Furniture, Oriental and Cape Silver, Decorative Arts and Furniture

Sold for

ZAR 39 788
Lot 286
  • A Chinese smoky quartz crystal snuff bottle, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 6 000 - 8 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 39 788

About this Item

A Chinese smoky quartz crystal snuff bottle, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
of canister form with detachable cover, the sides with open lug handles threaded with a fine chain, with two amethyst-bead toggles, fixed stopper, 5,5cm high


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