Snuff Bottle
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumPeking glass
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/4 × 2 × 5/8 inches (6.99 × 5.08 × 1.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland
Object number81-54/20 A,B
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DescriptionOf flattened pear shape, the milky-white metal overlaid in green and carved in relief with butterflies hovering above leafy branches bearing gourds.
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