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Lot #53: Traditional Chinese Snuff Bottles

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Designs featuring a rabbit and a dragon are painted on the interior surface of the clear glass using a specialized brush inserted through the narrow neck. Historically, these bottles held ground tobacco (snuff) for the Chinese court, particularly during the Qing Dynasty, evolving into intricate art forms. The imagery often incorporates traditional Chinese symbolic themes, such as mythical creatures or animals representing auspicious wishes 2.25” Dimensions: 2.25” Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, April 18 2026 Category A: 09:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Pickup Location:  Lampson Street, Esquimalt, BC, V9A 6B5 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026 between 3:00:00 AM and 3:34:00 AM UTC

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