Snuff Bottle
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumRoot amber
DimensionsOverall: 3 3/8 inches (8.57 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland
Object number81-54/51 A,B
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DescriptionUpright form tapered at the foot, the golden honey-colored material covered overall wtih swirling suffusions carved in relief, on the front with the He He twins, the reverse with a man fighting with a tiger, the sides with mask-and-ring handles.
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