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Chinese Snuff Bottle
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Chinese Snuff Bottle

19th century
Description

A good 19th century Chinese Porcelain reticulated Snuff Bottle with a Chien Lung mark to the base. It has a small chip to the rim as can be seen in the photograph.

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David Robinson Antiques has dated this Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle to the 1850s.

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SA1153683
Description
A good 19th century Chinese Porcelain reticulated Snuff Bottle with a Chien Lung mark to the base. It has a small chip to the rim as can be seen in the photograph.
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle to the 1850s.

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A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents.
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Archive I A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents.

Chinese Snuff Bottle

Archive II A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View II
Archive III A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents.
Archive V A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View V
Archive VI A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View VI
Archive VII A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View VII
Archive VIII A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View VIII
Archive IX A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View IX
Archive X A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents. View X
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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents.
Chinese Snuff Bottle
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A moulded Chinese porcelain snuff bottle featuring high-relief figures beneath a pine tree set against a pale green floral ground with gilded accents.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSnuff Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gold Leaf
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsHigh-relief figures, Reticulated background, Mock ring handles, Floral neck band

This Chinese snuff bottle dates from the mid 19th century Qing dynasty period and is formed from porcelain with enamel painting and gold leaf detailing. The multi-coloured piece has a small chip to the rim and bears a Chien Lung mark on the base. It is decorated with high-relief figures beneath a pine tree, a reticulated background, mock ring handles, and a floral neck band over a pale green ground. Visual inspection reveals distinct elements not mentioned in the description, including blue and red pigments on the robes, a small white animal at the base, and gilded accents highlighting the openwork lattice behind the tree. Measuring 8 cm in height, the bottle is compact enough to hold in the palm of a hand or display on a small surface. Today, this vessel serves as an eye-catching decorative accent in a home setting. Placed on a bookshelf among other curiosities, it adds a touch of historical interest and intricate craftsmanship to a room. Its maximalist design works well on a mantelpiece, a display cabinet shelf, or a collector's desk where its detailed relief work and painted surfaces can be closely observed. The miniature scale makes it a practical option for collectors with limited display space who want to incorporate antique oriental porcelain into their interior decor without requiring large surfaces.

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Chinese snuff bottles gained prominence during the Qing Dynasty to store powdered tobacco introduced from the West. Over time, these small vessels evolved into status symbols crafted by master artisans to showcase high-level technical skill and aesthetic elegance.

Artisans utilised diverse materials including porcelain, jade, glass, agate, and lacquer. Porcelain examples frequently incorporated complex techniques such as high-relief moulding, reticulation, underglaze decoration, and polychrome enamel detailing.

Identification involves evaluating the foot rim, glaze characteristics, weight, and hand-applied enamels for period-appropriate wear. Examining reign marks, relief craftsmanship, and internal spoon remnants also provides critical provenance evidence.

Decorative snuff bottles are ideal for display on acrylic or timber stands within glass vitrines, wall-mounted shadow boxes, or curated shelf displays. Positioning them near focused lighting highlights intricate relief carving and enamel work.

Clean gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush to clear dust from recessed relief details. Avoid immersing enamelled ceramics in water or applying abrasive chemical cleaners, as this can damage delicate gilding and overglaze colours.
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