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Vintage Chinese Relief Amber Snuff Bottle

About the Item

A vintage Chinese relief amber snuff bottle, circa 1970s. Amber is fossilized tree resin that has been appreciated for its color and natural beauty since Neolithic times. Much valued from antiquity to the present as a gemstone, amber is made into a variety of decorative objects. This bottle is a wonderful example of Chinese sculptural art; it is in very good condition and measures 2.5"W x 1"D x 3.5"H. Gorgeous piece! #3435
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #34351stDibs: LU936638132652

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