Chinese Blue and White Lion Snuff Bottle, Daoguang

A Chinese blue and white porcelain snuff bottle with a 4-character Daoguang mark and of the period. The snuff bottle depicts guardian lions flying among clouds.

Dimensions are: 2 3/4 inches tall X 1 1/4 inches wide, 6.99 cm X 3.18 cm. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: A large chip to the rim has been ground down, the stone stopper is unattached, and "CHINA" is incised near the foot.

Provenance: From the estate of Mr. Pitts in Southern Virginia. The piece was collected over 30 years ago.

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