A Chinese Figural Famille Rose Porcelain Snuff Bottle of Shoulao, Late 19th CenturyAn expertly moulded porcelain snuff bottle in the form of Shoulao, the Star God of Longevity. The figure is depicted standing with a serene expression, a high domed cranium, and a long flowing beard. He holds a peach—the symbol of immortality—in his right hand and a gnarled wooden staff in his left.The bottle is vibrantly decorated in famille rose over glaze enamels. He wears an iron-red outer robe accented with black floral motifs over a lower garment featuring a blue and white geometric diaper pattern. The hem is finished with traditional stylized wave and ''rock of ages'' motifs. The reverse shows the detailed folds of his robes, emphasizing the three-dimensional moulding.Stopper:The bottle is fitted with a decorative silver-toned metal filigree stopper inset with a turquoise-coloured cabochon. Condition Note: The stopper assembly is currently damaged; the internal spoon/cork mecha...