Snuff Bottle
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumEnamelled porcelain
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 inches (6.03 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland
Object number81-54/16 A,B
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DescriptionOf flattened disc shape, painted in iron-red on the front, with a medallion containing a fierce, writhing dragon chasing the "flaming pearl", the reverse with two cockerels standing on pierced rockwork beneath a pine tree, the sides with a floral diaperband with swastikas.
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