Vintage Chinese Ceramic Snuff Bottle 3" Original while the fish represents abundance

while the fish represents abundance and sustenance

Marked "Hand Crafted - Otagiri Original Japan"

It is made of Hida Shunkei lacquer ware and hand crafted in Gifu prefecture in the early

Weight = ~10lbs

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Vintage Chinese Ceramic Snuff Bottle 3" Original while the fish represents abundanceThis is a Vintage Chinese snuff bottle. Missing lid and spoon, priced accordingly. Early to mid 1900's Height = 3" Diameter = 1" The Chinese snuff bottle originated during the Qing Dynasty in the 17th century. Initially, they were practical containers for holding powdered tobacco, which was sniffed for its stimulant effects. However, they evolved into decorative art objects, often made from materials like glass, porcelain, jade, or precious metals.