Snuff Bottle
Aventurine glass, which was made by dissolving copper particles into the molten glass, was invented by the Venetian glass makers of Murano. It was introduced to China during the Kangxi reign (1662–1722) and immediately caught the imagination of the Qing court. These prized bottles were made by the Imperial Workshop and given as gifts or rewards.
Artwork Details
- Title: Snuff Bottle
- Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
- Date: 19th century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Aventurine glass with tourmaline stopper
- Dimensions: H. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm); H. incl. stand 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); W. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); D. 1 in. (2.5 cm)
- Classification: Snuff Bottles
- Credit Line: Bequest of Edmund C. Converse, 1921
- Object Number: 21.175.268a, b
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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