Green jadeite snuff box, China, 1780–1860 Ovoid in shape, this nephrite—a beautiful green color with inclusions of varying density—is carved with a Buddhist lion mask holding a ring in its mouth on each shoulder. Oval base. Carnelian stopper. Height: 5 cm Small chip on one ring.
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Estimate
€700 - €900
Buyer's premium
32%
Green jadeite snuff box, China, 1780–1860
Ovoid in shape, this nephrite—a beautiful green color with inclusions of varying density—is carved with a Buddhist lion mask holding a ring in its mouth on each shoulder. Oval base. Carnelian stopper.
Height: 5 cm
Small chip on one ring.
Sale
Tuesday 10 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris