China, First half of the 19th century
Dimensions: 5.6 cm
White and pink snuff bottle with layered glass technique from the first half of the 19th century. On the side of the bottle is a popular Chinese scene of a Taoist immortal rowing. The image is symbolic of the journey, progress, harmony and balance. The pine tree running around the entire body of the bottle is not only aesthetic, but also embodies immortality, strength and resistance. Its branches are intricate and multifaceted. The converging branches reflect calm and peace. The bottle is sealed with a red stopper.
