Lot 175 , A Chinese white and russet skin jade gourd snuff bottle, 18th/19th century, H. 6.5cm

A Chinese white and russet skin jade 'gourd' snuff bottle, 18th/19th century, carved in relief with leaves and tendrils, H. 6.5cm
Estimate £300-500

Possibly an earlier carving which has later been hollowed to make a snuff bottle. Natural inclusions to the stone, good condition.


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Sold for £900