What is an antique snuff bottle?

Snuff bottles were used in China in the early 18th century. The bottle contained powdered tobacco, which was illegal to smoke, but was considered a remedy for colds and headaches and was therefore allowed in bottles in powdered form. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic snuff bottles from some of the world’s top sellers.

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Shaker Bottle Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the shaker bottle antique you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every shaker bottle antique was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the shaker bottle antique you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A shaker bottle antique, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shaker bottle antique over the years, but those crafted by John Harrison & Co. Ltd. and Mappin & Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Shaker Bottle Antique?

Prices for a shaker bottle antique can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $450 and can go as high as $5,488, while the average can fetch as much as $2,307.

Questions About Shaker Bottle Antique

What is an antique snuff bottle?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Snuff bottles were used in China in the early 18th century. The bottle contained powdered tobacco, which was illegal to smoke, but was considered a remedy for colds and headaches and was therefore allowed in bottles in powdered form. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic snuff bottles from some of the world’s top sellers.

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