Reverse-Painted Chinese Glass Snuff Bottle – Market & Harbor Scene View Watchlist >
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Lot # A180
System ID # 25798702
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Reverse-Painted Chinese Glass Snuff Bottle – Market & Harbor Scene
Superbly detailed reverse-painted Chinese glass snuff bottle, rectangular in form with a domed carnelian-colored stopper. One side features a vibrant harbor scene with elaborately painted multi-tiered sailing ships and waterfront pavilions; the reverse depicts a lively marketplace filled with merchants, travelers, and camels under shaded trees. Executed in fine brushstrokes with brilliant colors, this bottle demonstrates exceptional control and narrative composition typical of mid-20th century inside-painting artistry.
A striking collector’s piece that captures the rich daily life and maritime culture of traditional China—an ideal addition to a fine snuff bottle collection or display.
Condition
Good condition with some very tiny chips(near microscopic nicks). The glass remains clear and lustrous, and the painted scenes are bright and intact. Stopper fits securely.
Dimensions
3 3/8" H × 1 5/8" W × 5/8" D
(Shown beside a U.S. quarter for scale.)
