SNUFF BOTTLE

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway

About this object

The bottle is square shaped with four sides that taper toward the bottom. The edges have a thin braid decoration. The front and back panels are set with cabochons in turquoise and coral. The cap is decorated in the same way and set with cabochon stones. The cover is rounded and has a knob on top.

Object name:

SNUFF BOTTLE

Made from:

Silver -- stones

Made in:

China

Size:

7 cm (2 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

61.60

Class:

SNUFF BOTTLE

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973