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Snuff Bottle with Lions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metallic silver snuff bottle with rounded body and short neck. The body of the bottle is decorated with a design featuring two lions or dragons. The main design on the body appears to be of Asian origin. The bottle has a small foot and two small handles on either side. The top of the bottle has a small knob and appears to have a hinged lid. The background of the image is dark at the top and light at the bottom. The title of the piece is "Snuff Bottle with Lions" by an unidentified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silver
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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