Chinese inside-painted glass snuff bottle, Republic period (early 20th century). The bottle is of flattened form with a softly frosted ground, painted on the interior with a lively scene of playing boys in a landscape setting. The composition shows children engaged in playful activity beneath stylised rock formations, executed in a loose and expressive style with delicate use of black ink and soft iron-red accents. One side features a calligraphic inscription with a short poem and seal, adding artistic character and balance to the piece. The glass has a gentle matte appearance, typical for inside-painted bottles of this period, and the painting shows good spontaneity and charm. Condition: in good condition with minor wear consistent with age. Small chip to the footrim. The stopper is present but fixed (glued). Dimensions: approx. 7.5 cm height, 4 cm width and 1 cm depth. A decorative Republic period snuff bottle with appealing figural subject and poetic inscription, attractive for collectors of inside-painted works. Shipping & Disclaimer The object(s) will be carefully packed and shipped with professional materials. We ship internationally, including to the United States. Shipping to the US is entirely at the buyer’s risk. The seller cannot be held responsible for loss, damage, customs delays or import duties. For valuable and/or larger objects we strongly recommend using our professional transport partner. Shipping options and costs can be requested after the auction via the chat.