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Snuff bottle with stopper

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Snuff bottle with stopper, made by artist. Small, dark-colored snuff bottle with rounded body and narrow neck. The stopper is rounded and smooth on top. The body features a carved design depicting a figure in a long dress. The figure appears to be holding an object in their left hand. The background of the image is light-colored. The number 972 is written on the back. The bottle appears to be made of a shiny material, possibly glass or metal. The overall shape of the bottle is rounded and symmetrical. The design on the bottle is intricately carved.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Agate
Culture
China
Dimensions
487 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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