Snuff Bottles in the Qing Dynasty (清代鼻烟壶)

A snuff 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.