Porcelain snuffbox decorated with Xiwangmu, China, 19th century
Rectangular with rounded shoulders, polychrome enameled on an incised "graffiato" ground with Xiwangmu, the Queen Mother of the West, standing on a tree-trunk-shaped boat. She carries a basket of peaches and holds a lotus flower in her right hand. On the reverse, her jade palace in stylized clouds. Masks and rings molded and enameled in coral and gilding on the sides. Chalcedony stopper. Wooden base.
H. 6.2 cm
Live Tuesday 25 March 2025・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 259

Porcelain snuffbox decorated with Xiwangmu, China, 19th century Rectangular with rounded shoulders, polychrome enameled on an incised "graffiato" ground with Xiwangmu, the Queen Mother of the West, standing on a tree-trunk-shaped boat. She carries a basket of peaches and holds a lotus flower in her right hand. On the reverse, her jade palace in stylized clouds. Masks and rings molded and enameled in coral and gilding on the sides. Chalcedony stopper. Wooden base. H. 6.2 cm

Estimate
€400 - €500
Result
€725
Buyer's premium
30%
Porcelain snuffbox decorated with Xiwangmu, China, 19th century Rectangular with rounded shoulders, polychrome enameled on an incised "graffiato" ground with Xiwangmu, the Queen Mother of the West, standing on a tree-trunk-shaped boat. She carries a basket of peaches and holds a lotus flower in her right hand. On the reverse, her jade palace in stylized clouds. Masks and rings molded and enameled in coral and gilding on the sides. Chalcedony stopper. Wooden base. H. 6.2 cm
Sale Tuesday 25 March 2025・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 5 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris