California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 September 10, 2016  September 10, 2016

 Lot # 3325 
A CARVED 'DEER' AGATE SNUFF BOTTLE    清 瑪瑙巧雕鼻煙壺


  • Dimension: Height: 1 7/8 in (4.8 cm)
  • Estimate From: $600
  • Estimate To: $1200

Of flattened rounded form with short straight neck, the darker-brown inclusion on one side skillfully carved a deer standing on four feet with head turning backward, the reverse plain save for very minor russet inclusions. Qing Dynasty period.