Guangxu (1875-1908)

Chinese porcelain reticulated snuff bottle, carved and polychrome enamel decorated, dragon‑phoenix motif
This is a vintage Chinese porcelain snuff bottle with open‑work reticulated carving. The body is richly decorated in famille rose polychrome enamels, depicting a dragon and phoenix amid cloud scrolls. It is fitted with a green glass stopper (jade‑like) and gilt collar. A red seal mark is present on the base.

Condition: Used antique condition.


- The porcelain body and carved open‑work decoration are intact, no cracks or chips to the ceramic.

- Gilding on the neck rim and base shows wear and partial loss, with small areas of gilt rubbed away.

- Enamel colours are bright, with minor age‑related wear to painted surfaces.

- Green glass stopper is original, with minor surface wear; the spoon inside is missing.

- Base red seal mark is partially worn.

- Small chips to rims, consistent with age and former use.