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Snuff Bottle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Snuff Bottle by artist Republic period. Oval-shaped snuff bottle with rounded shoulders and a short neck. The body is primarily a mix of brown, gray, and orange colors with a marbled appearance. A small, red stopper with a black band around the base is on top. The bottle has a glossy finish and sits on a white, textured surface.

Artwork details

Medium:
Burmese agate with ruby glass stopper
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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