"Tobacco Pear Or Betel “snuff Box” Tibet, Late 18th Century"
Tobacco pear or betel snuff box Tibet, late 18th century
Silver and coral
H.: 13.5cm - W.: 8.5cm - D.: 6cm
The front features silver repoussé decoration: a ram, a horse, an ox and a donkey in a garden. The central cap is decorated en suite, with a coral cabochon and a hoop at its center. The smooth back is entirely engraved with floral scrolls.
The spout is chased at the base. The cap is topped with a ring and features a copper stem.
Good condition.
Reference : 4338
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