Chinese jadeite snuff bottle with a coral stopper.

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Chinese jadeite snuff bottle with a coral stopper.

China

The 17th century

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This is a Chinese carved red agate eyeliner bottle decorated with botanical motifs and leaves. The stopper is carved from coral and includes an attached spoon for extracting the eyeliner, which was a popular and desirable cosmetic for ladies and a symbol of status in Imperial China.

Details

Inventory Code
3704
Category
Stone
Material
N/A
Origin
China
Period
The 17th century
Dimensions
10x 5 cm
Condition
Excellent cosmetic condition with minimal wear commensurate with age. Fully functional.