AN ENAMELED CLOISONNé GILT BRONZE SNUFF BOTTLE, CHINESE, LATE QING DYNASTY (1644-1912), the domed, flaming pearl top, over a tassel and ruyi mushroom neck, surmounting a moon disc form body with pale yellow, pink and green swirling clouds surrounding green and yellow scaled dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls, the whole on a blue ground, raised on an oval foot. Height: 2.50" Width: 2.00" Depth: 1.00" Condition: Interior scoop now lost, label and surface residues, patina throughout, minor rubbing and losses of gilt, but overall in good condition, wear commensurate with age.Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."