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Rock Crystal Quartz Snuff Bottle with Blue Calcite

About the Item

A beautiful natural rock crystal quartz snuff bottle. Carved on the raised exterior, a vase with ruyi and evergreens atop an elephant. A large scholar's stone to the right with shoots of iris leaves. On the left a stylized butterfly above a lush banana tree. The entire scene symbolizes peace and good fortune. A blue calcite top caps the bottle off with a bone spoon. All natural rutile and fissures. Good stable condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Somis, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 55461stDibs: LU2957336891792

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