California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 23, 2019  June 23, 2019

 Lot # 6981 
AN AGATE CARVED 'LIU HAI AND TOAD' SNUFF BOTTLE    清 瑪瑙巧雕劉海戲金蟾鼻煙壺


  • Dimension: Height: 2 1/2 in (6.3 cm) Width: 2 in (5.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $600
  • Estimate To: $1200

Skillfully carved to the front to depict the immortal figure Liu Hai playing with his golden toad from ancient Chinese legend, the sides carved in relief with mythical beast head handles. Qing Dynasty period.