A rare gilt-bronze and blue and white soft-paste porcelain circular 'Chinese landscapes' snuff box and cover, Mid Qianlong. Photo courtesy Bonhams.
The compressed cylindrical container with bombé sides and slightly-domed cover, both the interior and exterior featuring figures and rustic buildings amidst serene mountainous landscapes. 7.2cm wide; 7.2cm deep; 4.2cm high. (2). Estimate HK$ 35,000 - 55,000 (€3,400 - 5,300)
Bonhams. THE SPEELMAN COLLECTION OF CHINESE 'IMPERIAL TRIBUTE' SNUFF BOXES. Hong Kong. 24 Nov 2013 13:00 CST - http://www.bonhams.com/