Vintage Hand Painted Reverse Glass Snuff Bottle
This exquisite reverse painted glass snuff bottle is a true masterpiece, capturing the beauty and elegance of traditional Chinese culture in a small and delicate form. The bottle, crafted with precision and artistry, features two captivating scenes on opposite sides, each depicting a Chinese lady engaged in a serene and culturally rich activity.
On one side of the snuff bottle, a tranquil scene unfolds as a Chinese lady is captured in the midst of reading a book on a hilltop. The artist skillfully portrays her immersed in the world of literature, surrounded by nature's beauty. The rolling hills and lush landscape provide a picturesque backdrop to this scene, evoking a sense of calm and contemplation.
On the opposite side of the snuff bottle, another Chinese lady graces the observer with her presence as she delicately plays the guzheng, a traditional Chinese musical instrument with a history spanning centuries. The intricate details of her posture, the strings of the guzheng, and the expression on her face convey both skill and passion, bringing the music to life even in this miniature representation.
Dimensions: 3.3" x 2.6"
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This exquisite reverse painted glass snuff bottle is a true masterpiece, capturing the beauty and elegance of traditional Chinese culture in a small and delicate form. The bottle, crafted with precision and artistry, features two captivating scenes on opposite sides, each depicting a Chinese lady engaged in a serene and culturally rich activity.
On one side of the snuff bottle, a tranquil scene unfolds as a Chinese lady is captured in the midst of reading a book on a hilltop. The artist skillfully portrays her immersed in the world of literature, surrounded by nature's beauty. The rolling hills and lush landscape provide a picturesque backdrop to this scene, evoking a sense of calm and contemplation.
On the opposite side of the snuff bottle, another Chinese lady graces the observer with her presence as she delicately plays the guzheng, a traditional Chinese musical instrument with a history spanning centuries. The intricate details of her posture, the strings of the guzheng, and the expression on her face convey both skill and passion, bringing the music to life even in this miniature representation.
Dimensions: 3.3" x 2.6"
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