Category
Asian Art
Medium
Rock Crystal
Distinguishing marks
This item has Chinese symbols, including one red one that I believe specifies the year created
Condition
Good
Date Period
Unknown
Size and dimensions of this item
2 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 1 1/8"
Long Description
This Chinese snuff bottle is carved from one piece of rock crystal and features interior painted scenes. One side features a winter scene of children playing and Chinese Symbols, including one red symbol. The other side features a summer scene of children playing and one Chinese Symbol. Snuff bottle includes jade top and scoop, although the cork holding the scoop has separated from the top.Â
This snuff bottle measure 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 1 1/8" at its largest points.
This bottle is in good condition with one small nick at the base.Â
History
Unknown - this was acquired at an estate sale.
For Sale?
No