A pair of very fine, early Chinese snuff bottles, originating from the collection of Hugh M. Moss in London and later the collection of shipping magnate Willem Veder in Rotterdam. Acquired in 2022 from art dealer Aalderink Oriental Art in Amsterdam. Invoice with provenance statement included. Qing dynasty, 18th-19th century. Description: A rare rectangular jet (fossilized wood) snuff bottle. Topped with a coral dome. In excellent condition, with a natural inclusion on one side. Dimensions: H: 5.8 x W: 3.6 x D: 1.1 cm Weight: 27 grams Base: Hugh Moss inventory label. An oval yellow glass 'jade imitation' snuff bottle with a jadeite stopper. Very elegantly shaped and perfectly balanced. In very good condition, with only a few small flakes to the rim. Dimensions: H: 6 x W: 4.5 x D: 2.9 cm Weight: 56 grams Base: Hugh Moss inventory label. Registered and insured shipping. Local collection available.