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Snuff Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Snuff Bottle by artist. The object is a snuff bottle made of a mottled material resembling agate or jasper, featuring shades of orange, brown, and white. The bottle has a rounded body with a narrow neck and a small opening. A metal band encircles the neck, and a small, rounded red stopper sits atop the bottle. The background is dark gray at the top and light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Agate with jasper stopper
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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