Agate Snuff Bottle with Shadow Design of a Bird
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: agate; jadeite
DimensionsOverall (Ht. includes stopper): 6.2 x 4.7 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of the Joy DeWeese-Wehen Estate
Object number2003.004.014 a,b
DescriptionBiege coloured agate with areas of dark brown exclusions resembles a bird (crow?). Incised lines depict an eye and beak. Overall square shape with rounded shoulders, a straight neck, small foot, and rounded green jade stopper.Colour: beige;green
Status
Not on view
