Loading, please wait...
LOT 1638
Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle
19TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (94.6 grams, 62 mm high).
Bearing a figural scene in relief of an attendant serving tea to a seated scholar to one face and characters to the other; polished stone cabochon in the stopper.
ProvenanceProperty of a lady, from her grandfather's collection, 1960s-1970s; thence by descent.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 1638
Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
-
.jpg)
Chinese Song Temple Tile with Dragon
Song Dynasty, circa 960-1279 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
Rectangular with ornate recessed scene depicting four children at play around a processional dragon carried by two others. 3.46 kg, 29.5 x 23 cm
Ex West Country collection, UK, 1970-1990s. -
South East Asian Agate and Carnelian Bead Necklace String
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Restrung group of small carnelian and larger banded agate spherical beads. 172 grams, 90 cm long
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
South East Asian Votive Terracotta Head Group
Circa 12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Comprising three heads modelled in the round; the largest with pronounced facial detailing, wearing a cap; one with chubby facial detailing, possibly depicting a young child; the smallest with naturalistic facial detailing and wearing applied discoid earrings; possibly Javan. 192 grams total, 36-67 mm
UK private collection. Acquired from Redhouse Antiques Centre, York, 2007. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman.
