Lot 421 , A Chinese hornbill snuff bottle, early 20th century, 6.4cm.

A Chinese hornbill snuff bottle, early 20th century, 6.4cm.

A Chinese hornbill snuff bottle, early 20th century, carved in relief with figures by a pavilion to one side and birds on prunus branches to the other, incised inscription to the other side, 6.4cm.
Estimate £200-300

There are natural faults in the hornbill otherwise good condition.


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Sold for £1,400