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LOT 2153
Chinese Glass Enamelled Four Scene Snuff Bottle
20TH CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (94.6 grams, 75 mm high).
Composed of a ribbed body, painted with floral and landscape vignettes, four character mark to base, polished dark green cabochon to lid.
ProvenanceProperty of a lady, from her grandfather's collection, 1960s-1970s; thence by descent.
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LOT 2153
Chinese Glass Enamelled Four Scene Snuff Bottle
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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