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Miniature Vase Converted to Snuff Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Miniature vase converted to snuff bottle by unknown artist. The object is white with a rounded black stopper at the top. The body of the object is bulbous with a narrow neck. The object features illustrations of two dragons on either side. The dragons are dark and have five claws. One dragon faces left while the other faces right; both have their mouths open. The dragons are surrounded by plants and foliage. The background of the image is plain and light-colored. The object sits on a flat surface with a shadow behind it.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
China
Dimensions
326 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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