The Imperial Palace Collection of Snuff Bottles

Author: Zhang Li (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: A snuff bottle is a small container used for holding snuff, designed to be held in the palm of the hand. Since its inception during the Qing Dynasty, it has been crafted with exceptional elegance and has been highly valued and cherished by emperors, eventually becoming popular among the common people. Throughout the Qing Dynasty, from the imperial court to the civilian sector, the making, appreciation, and collection of snuff bottles became a lasting trend. This miniature object embodies a variety of traditional Chinese crafts, reflecting the cultural achievements of China. Even today, over 200 years later, it remains an antique but continues to captivate connoisseurs both within and outside China. Notably, snuff bottles crafted by the imperial court are particularly prized as subjects of collection and study.