A BLACK CORAL SNUFF BOTTLE

A BLACK CORAL SNUFF BOTTLE China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). The fine bottle conforming to the natural outline of a coral branch, carved with a large carp, its eye inlaid in glass. The black material with gold lacquer striations, lightly polished to show the grain. Matching hardstone stopper and miniature bone spoon. Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear, the material with natural fissures and flaws. Few small flakes to lacquer. Provenance: Ex-Collection of The Zelnik István Southeast Asian Gold Museum. Institutional art collection in Belgium, acquired from the above. Weight: 42.1 g Dimensions: Height including stopper 8 cm This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore this item can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.