A rare Chinese faceted brown and yellow Beijing glass snuff bottle with an agate/silver stopper
The history of Chinese faceted brown and yellow Beijing glass snuff bottles is intertwined with the tradition of snuff-taking and the artistry of glassmaking in China.
During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), snuff-taking became popular among the Chinese elite as a social and recreational activity. Snuff bottles served as containers for powdered tobacco, and they were often made from various materials, including glass, porcelain, jade, and metal.
Beijing, as the capital of China during the Qing Dynasty, was a center for artistic production, including the crafting of snuff bottles. Glassmaking in Beijing reached its peak during the 18th and 19th centuries, with artisans developing innovative techniques to create intricate and beautiful glassware.
