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Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle with glass lid, 1644 AD to 1912 AD

4” (10cm) high x 2.5” (5,7cm) wide

ES.8477

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This refined snuff bottle has been decorated with the typical inside painting technique. Floral motifs and two cats, one on each side, are the main decoration. Cats symbolise a wish...

This refined snuff bottle has been decorated with the typical inside painting technique. Floral motifs and two cats, one on each side, are the main decoration. Cats symbolise a wish for long life. The lid is made of glass and has the shape of a rose, symbol of youth and sweetness.

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