Chinese Clear and Blue Peking Glass Snuff Bottle, 19th

A Chinese Peking glass snuff bottle dating from the 19th century. It features blue glass birds perched on flowering trees on a bubbled, clear ground. There is a 7-character inscription carved on each side. It has a stopper with a spoon.

Dimensions are: 2 1/2 inches tall X 1 1/4 inches wide, 6.4 cm X 3.2 cm. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: It is in good condition with a minor area of abrasion to the mouth.

Provenance: From a Northern California collector.

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