A dendritic chalcedony snuff bottle

Qing dynasty - 18th to early 19th century
Height: 2 3/4in. (6.9cm.) excluding stopper

Of oval form and very well hollowed, with a cylindrical neck and recessed foot. This type of chalcedony is also known as "moss agate".

Provenance:
Kenneth Greenstein
Chinese Porcelain Company

Condition: excellent

Ref. 498966

US$2,000