Horn and Ivory Snuff Bottle and Bamboo Needle Case

Description:

Horn and Ivory Snuff Bottle and Bamboo Needle Case, China, the snuff carved in the shape of a pinecone, ivory mouth and stopper, ht. 3; the case of bamboo stalk, decorated with a carved bat and figure, lg. 8 1/8 in.
Estimate $200-300

the bamboo case with age cracks, the cover not tightly closing, surface dirt on the ivory of the snuff, stopper without spoon.


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