Snuff Bottle
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumPeking glass
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 inches (6.03 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland
Object number81-54/24 A,B
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DescriptionOf flattened disc shape, the bubble-suffused "snowflake" metal overlaid in a vivid blue, carved in relief with an overall decoration of eight bats (wufu) flying amid scrolling clouds.
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