Vintage Enamel on Copper Snuff Bottle With Crane and Floral Motif

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This charming vintage snuff bottle is crafted from copper and beautifully decorated with vibrant, hand-painted enamel. The bottle features a … Read more This charming vintage snuff bottle is crafted from copper and beautifully decorated with vibrant, hand-painted enamel. The bottle features a classic, pear-shaped form with a short neck. The body is finished in a pale yellow ground and painted with a continuous, tranquil nature scene. Two elegant red-crowned cranes with white and black plumage stand among a landscape of gnarled pine branches, blooming pink peonies, and blue rocky outcroppings. The neck of the bottle is decorated with a band of stylized blue and pink lappets, topped by a red and white floral scroll border. The bottle is topped with a domed, dark metal stopper featuring intricate engraved floral and foliate patterns. A metal spoon is attached to the stopper. The recessed, silver-toned metal base is inscribed with a blue reign mark.

Dimensions:

Width: 4.5 cm (approx. 1.77 inches)

Thickness (Depth): 2.5 cm (approx. 0.98 inches)

Height: 7 cm (approx. 2.76 inches)

Weight: Approximately 63 grams (approx. 0.14 lbs)

Maker's Mark:
The underside bears a four-character mark in underglaze blue, enclosed within a double square. The characters read "乾隆年製" (Qianlong Nian Zhi), which translates to "Made in the Qianlong Period." Note: As is common with vintage decorative pieces, this mark is likely apocryphal and serves as a tribute to the classic imperial style. See less