THREE GLASS SNUFF BOTTLES QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the first of ruby-red transparent glass and with raised bosses; the second of a rich egg-yolk-yellow; the third of opaque cafe-au-lait glass and of faceted octagonal form centered with a carved yinyang, stoppers (6)

The red snuff bottle: The Humphrey Collection, Texas.
The yellow snuff bottle: A Connecticut private collection.
The cafe-au-lait snuff bottle: Collection of Agatha and Irving Aronson, California.

Each bottle with minute chips scattered throughout and minor imperfections from the original manufacturing.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.