Leilão Bidspirit | White jade snuff bottle, Qing


White jade snuff bottle, Qing dynasty, 19th Century - Hetian carved white jade snuff bottle. The shape of the vase is ”bianhu” with an hugging child which means ”平安” (Píng'ān) the same as peace, happiness and quietness. The child has a very joyful expression and is holding onto the vase with his hands. The lid has a domed shape with a circular handle. In very good condition. Provenance: Important collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980. Size: 6.5 x 2.2 x 5.6 cm; Weight: 81 g