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LOT 2207
Chinese Crystal Carved Snuff Bottle
19TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 in. (74 grams, 87 mm high).
Displaying a figural scene in relief, deep pick cabochon to lid.
ProvenanceProperty of a lady, from her grandfather's collection, 1960s-1970s; thence by decent.
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LOT 2207
Chinese Crystal Carved Snuff Bottle
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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