A Chinese Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle Carved with Buddhist Lions late 19th/early 20th century Of bulbous rectangular form, the stone carved through the skin with two Buddhist lions playing with a ribboned brocade ball, the reverse lightly carved with a ribbon-tied fly whisk, 2 1/2in (6.3cm) high Footnotes: Provenance Hilda Somers Collection, acquired prior to 1952; Christie's, New York, 21 March 2002, Lot 195; Acquired by the current owner from the above. Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing