White Jade Snuff Bottle with Chilong & Lotus Motif, Green Jadeite Cap

Thick and circular, this disc, carved out of white Hetain jade, displays different designs on its two faces. One face consists of four symmetrical divisions; in each division there a...

This finial, meant to adorn a lamp or a piece of furniture, is composed of eight waving, interlocked lotus leaves. Black, greyish, and russet jade was popular during the Ming Dynasty due to the scarcity of jade sources. Artists used the available jade to create interesting art. The lotus symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and rebirth. The lotus leaf finial represents the idea of rising above the murky waters of life and achieving a state of grace and beauty, unaffected by the surrounding muck. It’s a powerful symbol in both in Buddhism and Hinduism. Dimensions & Weight 5.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm 95.4 grams Provenance — purchased from a Danish antique dealer in 2017 Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to the condition and must understand that any statement made by Luxury Jewelry...

Antique Chinese banded shadow agate snuff bottle "floater", very well hollowed and raised on a carved foot ring, with 5 emerald green jadeite inlay gilt gold domed metal stopper...

This natural white jade carved as snuff bottle, is accompanied by a natural agate stopper. The dimensions is approximately 79 x 53 x 25 mm, weight is about 103 grams. Snuff bottles h...