The snuff is an overseas product, while the snuff bottle is an absolute Chinese invention, which is a combination of chinese and western cultures. The snuff entered China at the end of Ming Dynasty and beginning of Qing Dynasty. The snuff box was then gradually characterized by oriental features and finally turned into the snuff bottle. The snuff bottle is not only a useful container holding snuff, but an artwork for contemplation and manifestation of reputation as well. Due to its cute and original outline; various types of materials and sophisticated workmanship, the snuff bottle is widely appreciated by both the royal family and the grassroots.

The workmanship of snuff bottle dated back to Ming dynasty, and came to full flourish in Qing dynasty. The snuff bottle can be classified into material bottle, china bottle, stone bottle, metal bottle, interior inscription bottle, enamel bottle etc. in terms of material and manufacturing method. The snuff bottle is small in size and versatile in outline and well-known for its perfect art and sophisticated workmanship. It's easy for collection and playing with. Compared with china ware of Ming and Qing dynasties, the mini snuff bottle is cute and adorable, just like the "Thumb girl" in the artworks collection.

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