Mid 19th Century Qing Dynasty Engraved Calligraphic Chinese Snuff Bottle

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This is a traditional Chinese snuff bottle likely crafted during the late Qing Dynasty. Made from bone, it features calligraphic … Read more This is a traditional Chinese snuff bottle likely crafted during the late Qing Dynasty. Made from bone, it features calligraphic inscriptions and decorative crosshatching patterns that demonstrate the fine craftsmanship typical of the period. Snuff bottles with particular calligraphic inscriptions are often much older in origin and significantly more sought after. They often contain poetry or philosophical texts that add historical and literary context. See less