Snuff Bottle

CultureChinese

DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)

MediumRock crystal, with painted interior

DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 inches (6.03 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Reuland

Object number81-54/3 A,B

On View

Not on view

Collections

East Asian Art

Terms

DescriptionOf tapered rectangular section, with gently rounded panels, the front painted with a mountainous landscape showing houses nestled in the hills by the riverside, the reverse with a sixteen-character inscription.

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