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Bone snuff bottle from China, with Guanyin on one side and a seated Buddha on the other, height 9 cm, width 4.2 cm, depth 2.8 cm, weight 59 g, in good used condition with minor signs of aging, dating estimated to 1930–1940 and 1950–1960.
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Finely crafted snuff bottle made of carved bone, China.
The elegantly proportioned bottle features on both sides masterfully executed relief scenes from a Buddhist context. One side bears the depiction of Guanyin, the Goddess of Compassion, floating on cloud formations, clothed in flowing robes. Below is depicted an adoring figure who respectfully encounters the deity – a motif of great spiritual significance.
The opposite side shows a calmly seated Buddha figure on a lotus, surrounded by finely worked folds of clothing and a clearly defined halo. The portrayal convinces with its harmonious composition and the balanced relief height.
Noteworthy is the fine, even carving, evident in the subtly modeled faces, the softly flowing draperies, and the ornamentally engraved areas at the shoulder. The surface bears a warm, honey-toned patina, indicating age and use.
The neck is adorned with a subtly engraved patterned band.
Finely crafted snuff bottle made of carved bone, China.
The elegantly proportioned bottle features on both sides masterfully executed relief scenes from a Buddhist context. One side bears the depiction of Guanyin, the Goddess of Compassion, floating on cloud formations, clothed in flowing robes. Below is depicted an adoring figure who respectfully encounters the deity – a motif of great spiritual significance.
The opposite side shows a calmly seated Buddha figure on a lotus, surrounded by finely worked folds of clothing and a clearly defined halo. The portrayal convinces with its harmonious composition and the balanced relief height.
Noteworthy is the fine, even carving, evident in the subtly modeled faces, the softly flowing draperies, and the ornamentally engraved areas at the shoulder. The surface bears a warm, honey-toned patina, indicating age and use.
The neck is adorned with a subtly engraved patterned band.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
59 g
Title additional information
Bone - Snuff bottle
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
China
Material
Bone
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
9 cm
Width
4.2 cm
Depth
2.8 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940, 1950-1960
