A group of two Chinese lacquer snuff bottles. Late 19th century. ++ A Cinnabar lacquer snuff bottle, continuous pattern of figures and pagodas in landscape on both sides. Flattened round form, on oval foot rim, with matching stopper. 2 7/8"h. ++ A black lacquer snuff bottle, decorated with thin wire inlay, depicting two classic bronze pieces and inscriptions on front and reverse. Flattened rounded rectangular form, on oval foot rim, with mother-of-pearl stopper. 2 9/16"h.
Condition: Lacquer cracks on the cinnabar one.