Lot 374
  • 374

A STUDY GROUP OF SIX OVERLAY GLASS SNUFF BOTTLES QING DYNASTY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • glass and jadeite
  • The largest: 7.6 cm, 3 in.
comprising: a blue overlay clear glass bottle, carved with bats and a flower; a red overlay clear glass bottle carved with a chilong, jadeite stopper; a pale-blue overlay opaque white glass bottle, carved with floral sprays, amber stopper; a pink overlay white bottle carved with chilong, jadeite stopper; a yellow overlay clear glass bottle, carved with chilong and bi, stopper; and a red overlay snowstorm glass bottle, carved with seals, jadeite stopper

Condition

With the exception of the pink-overlay bottle, the bottles each have a tiny nick to the edge of the rim, otherwise in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."