Vintage Inside-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle With Warrior Scene and Calligraphy

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This striking vintage snuff bottle is crafted from clear glass and features exquisite miniature "inside painting" (neihua) on the interior … Read more This striking vintage snuff bottle is crafted from clear glass and features exquisite miniature "inside painting" (neihua) on the interior surface. The vessel has a classic, rounded flask form with a short neck. The front panel depicts a dynamic, traditional battle scene. A warrior in ornate red and gold armor stands holding a long spear, with a white horse beside him and an army with banners in the background landscape. The reverse panel is entirely covered with neat columns of black calligraphy. The glass has a slightly cloudy, textured appearance with reddish mottling that gives it an aged, antique look. The bottle is topped with a domed, deep pink/magenta stopper set in a gilded metal collar. A metal spoon is attached to the stopper.

Dimensions:

Width: 5.1 cm (approx. 2.01 inches)

Thickness (Depth): 2.8 cm (approx. 1.10 inches)

Height: 9.3 cm (approx. 3.66 inches)

Weight: 98 grams (approx. 0.22 lbs)

Maker's Mark & Inscriptions:

Calligraphy: The reverse side features a poetic inscription. The prominent characters include "羅成捐軀" (Luo Cheng Sacrifices His Life) and "紫金關二王" (Two Kings at the Purple Gold Pass), referencing famous historical or literary figures. It also includes the cyclical date "戊辰八月" (Eighth month of the Wuchen year) and the signature "馬少宣" (Ma Shaoxuan), a renowned master of inside painting. See less