Snuff Bottle
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumAmethystine quartz
DimensionsOverall: 2 9/16 × 2 × 1 1/8 inches (6.5 × 5.08 × 2.87 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland
Object number81-54/53 A,B
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DescriptionThe purplish stone carved in high relief with an overall decoration of three quirrels clambering in the branches of a fruit tree; matching top.
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