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Snuff bottle with stopper

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Snuff bottle with stopper by unknown artist. The snuff bottle is rounded square shape. The bottle has a short neck and a rounded stopper with a metal band. The body of the bottle features two relief carvings. The carvings depict an eagle on the left and a horse on the right. The eagle is carved with its wings spread and talons extended. The horse on the right appears to be rearing up on its hind legs. The number '961' is written in white paint on the bottom center of the bottle. The background of the image is plain light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Agate, jadeite
Culture
China
Dimensions
474 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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