Snuff Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Snuff Bottle by Republic period artist is a dark-colored, rounded vessel. The bottle has a narrow neck and a wide body that curves inward toward the base. The top is adorned with a small, rounded stopper. The surface of the bottle appears to have a subtle sheen, suggesting a polished finish. The overall shape of the bottle is symmetrical and elegant. The stopper features a twisted rope-like design around its base. The bottle is predominantly dark with lighter areas indicating reflections.