19th Century Chinese White Jade Snuff Bottle - Carved
19th Century Chinese White Jade Snuff Bottle - Hand Carved - Lotus Floral Decor
Item Description:
A superb 19th century Chinese white jade snuff bottle, finely hand carved with a floral decoration representing lotus flowers in light relief. Perfectly preserved, it has an agate / carnelian stopper, accompanied by an integrated bone spoon. This elegant and refined piece is a testament to the exceptional know-how of Chinese artisans of the imperial era.
Characteristics:
• Materials:
• White jade body, hand carved with floral (lotus) motifs.
• Carnelian agate stopper.
• Bone spoon attached to the stopper.
• Motifs: Lotus flower engraved in light relief, a symbol of purity and renewal in Chinese culture.
• Dimensions:
• Height: 6 cm.
• Width: 3.5 cm.
• Thickness: 2 cm.
• Weight: 50 g.
• Condition: very good condition for an object of this period.
About this snuff bottle:
Chinese snuff bottles, particularly those made of jade, were precious objects prized during the imperial era. White jade, associated with purity and spirituality, was often carved with
symbolic motifs such as the lotus flower, an emblem of serenity and perfection.
This snuff bottle, elegantly designed and carefully preserved, is a unique piece that combines aesthetics and cultural heritage.
A rare and precious object, perfect for a discerning collector or to enrich a cabinet of curiosities.
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