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Set of ten Chinese inside-painted glass snuff bottles from the 20th century, in various shapes and colours, with interior paintings of landscapes, birds and flowers, elegant ladies and court scenes, all in good condition with minor signs of age.
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Set of ten Chinese inside‑painted glass snuff bottles – China, 20th century
Description
Set of ten Chinese inside‑painted glass snuff bottles from the 20th century, in various shapes and colours, all finely painted on the interior with traditional subjects such as landscapes, birds and flowers, elegant ladies and court scenes. The group includes flattened oval and rectangular bottles, faceted cylindrical examples and more sculptural forms in clear, blue and orange glass, some with coloured framing. Most stoppers are in coloured hardstone‑imitation glass and nine bottles retain their original internal spoons; one bottle has a stopper without cork or spoon and rests loosely on the neck. Originating from a private collection in Italy, inherited from a former diplomat.
Approximate sizes
Heights from about 7 to 9 cm, widths from about 4 to 5.5 cm (see photos for proportions of each bottle).
Condition
Good overall condition with minor signs of age and use, such as light surface wear and tiny manufacturing irregularities. No obvious cracks or restorations visible on the bottles. Painting well preserved on all pieces. Please study the photos carefully to get a full impression of the condition and details of the decoration.
Provenance
Private collection in Italy, inherited from a diplomat.
Shipping
Careful packaging, each bottle wrapped individually and shipped in a strong box. Tracked and insured shipment with a reliable courier; combined shipping available for multiple lots.
Set of ten Chinese inside‑painted glass snuff bottles – China, 20th century
Description
Set of ten Chinese inside‑painted glass snuff bottles from the 20th century, in various shapes and colours, all finely painted on the interior with traditional subjects such as landscapes, birds and flowers, elegant ladies and court scenes. The group includes flattened oval and rectangular bottles, faceted cylindrical examples and more sculptural forms in clear, blue and orange glass, some with coloured framing. Most stoppers are in coloured hardstone‑imitation glass and nine bottles retain their original internal spoons; one bottle has a stopper without cork or spoon and rests loosely on the neck. Originating from a private collection in Italy, inherited from a former diplomat.
Approximate sizes
Heights from about 7 to 9 cm, widths from about 4 to 5.5 cm (see photos for proportions of each bottle).
Condition
Good overall condition with minor signs of age and use, such as light surface wear and tiny manufacturing irregularities. No obvious cracks or restorations visible on the bottles. Painting well preserved on all pieces. Please study the photos carefully to get a full impression of the condition and details of the decoration.
Provenance
Private collection in Italy, inherited from a diplomat.
Shipping
Careful packaging, each bottle wrapped individually and shipped in a strong box. Tracked and insured shipment with a reliable courier; combined shipping available for multiple lots.
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
10
Country of Origin
China
Material
Stone
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
8 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960, 1970-1980
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