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Snuff bottle with squirrels

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a heart-shaped snuff bottle. The bottle's surface features a textured, woven pattern. It is predominantly brown with red and black accents. The bottle showcases three red squirrels climbing a vine with leaves; the squirrels and leaves are intricately carved. The snuff bottle's stopper is rounded and red. The background is a gradient transitioning from black at the top to white at the bottom. The overall aesthetic suggests a product or artifact photograph. The snuff bottle is titled "Snuff bottle with squirrels".

Artwork Details

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