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Set of 3 Antique Chinese Snuff Bottles

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By carolineanne78, 15 May, 2024
Description

I've inherited three snuff bottles. They are glass. I don't know their age and there are no markings to indicate their maker. They seem to run from $50-$5000 each. Neither would surprise me. Two of them are clear etched glass with covered glass overlay. The third is green glass in the shape of a fish. I understand symbolism plays a role in value; both the overly pieces have unique characters I can't identify. The blue might have a combination fish/sea creature/bird situation. The brown looks like a lion body with a mushroom/monkey top and overall mermaid vibes.

Category
Asian Art
Medium
Glass
Distinguishing marks
Each is unique - duplicated from my above description:

Two of them are clear etched glass with covered glass overlay. The third is green glass in the shape of a fish. I understand symbolism plays a role in value; both the overly pieces have unique characters I can't identify. The blue might have a combination fish/sea creature/bird situation. The brown looks like a lion body with a mushroom/monkey top and overall mermaid vibes.
Condition
Excellent
For Sale?
Yes
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