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Twin Snuff Bottles

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Twin Snuff Bottles, by an unknown artist. Two green glass snuff bottles are connected side-by-side. The bottles are shaped like bamboo stalks. They have a wavy surface and are a dark green color. Each bottle has an orange stopper on top. The bottles are attached to a small, dark brown wooden base with a carved design. The base has a round top and four legs. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Glass
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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