Gilded Glass Snuff Bottle with Floral and Bird Motifs (Qianlong Mark, Later Imitation) This refined snuff bottle is made of glass with white ground, lavishly adorned with famille-rose enamel paintings of auspicious flora and fauna. Each of the four panels is bordered in relief gilt metalwork, presenting vivid scenes of birds perched among flowering branches, including peonies, peaches, and chrysanthemums—symbols of longevity, harmony, and prosperity in Chinese culture. The body is further enhanced by an ornate gilt upper section with repoussé foliate scrolls, integrating seamlessly into the elegant form. The domed stopper is mounted with a deep ruby-red glass top and fitted with a bronze or copper collar, echoing imperial Qing design elements. The base features a four-character Qianlong reign mark (乾隆年製) in blue enamel within a raised cartouche, identifying this as a later homage piece likely created during the late Qing or early Republic period. The meticulous enamel work and elaborate gilding reflect a fusion of courtly aesthetics and European-influenced luxury craftsmanship. This bottle stands as a testament to the decorative refinement and symbolic richness of Qing-inspired snuff bottle art.
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Private collector for more than 20 years, well preserved and packaged
Length 1in, Height 7in, Width 4in