20th C. Chinese Snuff Bottles, Group of Nine (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 229)

$257.00

Nine snuff bottles in an appealing range of materials and techniques, including interior-painted glass, blue and white porcelain, pottery, pale pink glass, hardstone, and enameled brass figural example. Subjects include plum blossoms, dragons, phoenix, lotus, figural scenes, and inscribed calligraphy, with one interior-painted glass bottle depicting a nude figure, a subject produced for the export and curiosity market.

Provenance: private West Covina, California, USA collection

Condition: Very Good