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LOT 2162
Chinese Glass Bottle
20TH CENTURY A.D.
7 1/2 in. (1.29 kg, 19 cm).
With reserved black-glass ornament including clouds, sheathed swords, quivers and other motifs; serpent motif to the spherical stopper handle.
ProvenanceUK collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000.
Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.
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LOT 2162
Chinese Glass Bottle
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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