Rock Crystal Bottle On Wood Base
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The rock crystal snuff bottle is carved in the round in the shape of a gourd, and embellished with raised carving resembling leaves and vine. The stone is almost free of fissures that is a common occurrence with rock crystal. The tiny flaw is found near the bottom of the bottle. The foot is flat. The wood base was custom made for it, as was the cap. The spoon is made of wood. The gourd in Chinese art is always regarded as an auspicious symbol and has magical properties. It has plenty of seeds and therefore it is a fertility symbol. Also it is often portrayed as an accessory for immortals. The Immortal Zhang Guolao carries a gourd. Whenever he needs a ride, he takes the gourd out, shakes it and out comes a donkey. Date: vintage, post 1950's Dimensions: 1.5 inches wide, 3.25 inches high, height including the base is 4 inches
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Good, has tiny natural fissures
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Rock Crystal Bottle On Wood Base
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