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SNUFF BOTTLE

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway


About this object

The semi-round bottle is in the ovate rounded bottle shape. It is carved in high relief on all sides with flowering trees and leaves. On one side is a bird facing forward. It is purple in color. It is carved in cameo with leaves. The teakwood base is plain.

Object name:
SNUFF BOTTLE
Made from:
Amethyst quartz
Made in:
China
Size:
6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
61.5
Class:
SNUFF BOTTLE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973