This is a 19th century wonderfully shining mother of pearl snuff bottle. It is decorated on the back and the front with a colourful painting.
It still has its original stopper with the small spoon attached.
Period: 19th century
Dimensions: 8 cm high, 5 cm wide
Condition: good
Product Code: 15886
Wikipedia
Snuff bottles were used during the Qing dynasty to contain powdered tobacco. Smoking tobacco was illegal during the Qing dynasty, but the use of snuff was allowed because the Chinese considered snuff to be a remedy for common illnesses such as colds, headaches and stomach disorders. Therefore, snuff was carried in a small bottle like other medicines. The snuff bottle replaced the snuff box used by Europeans.
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