Asnuff bottle, as a snuff container, represents a unique variety of China s ancient cultural relics. It first appeared in the royal court in the Emperor Kangxi Period (1661-1722) of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), became popular in the capital, and influenced the entire nation. It was made by large quantities in the royal and civil works.

This book introduces the qing dynasty snuff bottle.

Preface

Glass snuff bottles

Enameled Metal Bodu Snuff Bottles

Jade Snuff Bottles

Porcelain Snuff Bottles

Snuff Bottles Made of Other Materials

Internally Drawn Snuff Bottles

A Record of Auction of Collections

Catalogue of Snuff.Bottle Materials