A WHITE JADE CARVED 'SEAL' SNUFF BOTTLE 19TH CENTURY

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Of shouldered ovoid form, the base carved with a two-character seal, which reads Qing, 'Pure, clear, uncorrupted' and Qin, 'diligent, hardworking' (AW134) 5.6cm Provenance: David Bowden, 28th February 1995 'These two words were often used as an official motto as advice or warnings given to government officials. Often intended to guide their conduct and promote ethical behaviour within the government' TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE

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