Lot 565 , An unusual Chinese silver and ivory snuff bottle, early 20th century, 7.5cm

An unusual Chinese silver and ivory snuff bottle, early 20th century, 7.5cm

An unusual Chinese silver and ivory snuff bottle, early 20th century, the cylindrical body cast in relief with prunus and vertical granular band, with ivory shoulder and mouth, ivory and cappuccino agate stopper, silver maker's mark for Hung Chong who traded in Canton and Shanghai up to 1930, 7.5cm
Estimate £200-300


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Sold for £180