Snuff bottle
Place of OriginCanton, China
Dateapprox. 1750-1800
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsEnamel on metal with gold foil flecks
DimensionsH. 2 3/4 in x Diam. 1.1 in, H. 7.0 cm x Diam. 2.8 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB76M18
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
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Lapis lazuli from Afghanistan was
one of the favorite materials of the Qing court. While the stone can also be
imitated by dyeing soapstone blue, this piece is a painted metal facsimile.
approx. 1800-1930
approx. 1800-1930
Tsukioka Sessai
approx. 1875-1900
approx. 1875-1900
approx. 1800-1850
approx. 1800-1850
approx. 1900-1950
1850-1950
approx. 1700-1800
approx. 1750-1800