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19th Century Squared Spinach Jade Snuff Bottle with Unique Design

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This spinach jade snuff bottle has a geometric appearance with its squared silhouette and ledge that is ergonomically designed to accommodate a finger or a thumb while using the bottle. This is an elegant piece, and it is in very good condition. Snuff bottles may have held snuff, perfume powdered tobacco. This was used by affluent individuals during the Qing Dynasty. Jade has a long history of being associated with mystical properties and was traditionally revered for its symbolic meaning. Its storied past is embraced in popular culture today, which extends to characters in anime. Spinach jade is a variety of jadeite, a mineral prized for its rich green color and translucency. This particular type of jadeite exhibits a deep green hue with darker veining, resembling the color of spinach leaves, hence the name. The intensity of the green can vary, ranging from light to dark shades. Spinach jade is highly valued in traditional Chinese culture and is often used in jewelry, carvings, and decorative objects. This is a wonderful and unique piece.

Dimensions:
Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
Style:
Chinese Export (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Jade,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Polished
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The cork around the top has been restored because some of it had crumbled away. The jade is unaltered.
Seller Location:
Lomita, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6651240619492

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