Three enameled metal snuff bottles


19th/early 20th centuryThe first a tapering cloisonné enameled bottle with two opposing reserves, each framing a crane at lotus pond, separated by classic lotus blossoms and leafy scrolls; the second a rounded metal bottle with enameled bajixiang emblems; the third a miniature cloisonné enameled bottle decorated with butterflies and foliage branches.1 3/8 to 2 3/4in (3.5 to 7cm) high
|ProvenanceTapering cylindrical cloisonné enameled snuff bottle:Madison Galleries, Ltd., New York, acquired 1971Enameled silver 'bajixiang' snuff bottle:Sotheby's New York, 16th April 1985, lot 0147Rounded cloisonné enameled snuff bottle:Robert Hall, France, acquired 30th September 1992