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Snuff Bottle in the Shape of a Flattened Archaic Tripod Vase
(China )
This fine white jade miniature vase is of well-hollowed translucent white nephrite carved in an archaic style with a monster mask and loose ring handles. The sides are plain except for two raised bands. The piece is supported on small tripod feet.
Provenance
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Christie's, New York; Dr. and Mrs. Edward J. Hoffman, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1983, by gift.
Exhibitions
| 2018 | Chinese Snuff Bottles. The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore. |
| 2000-2001 | Chinese Snuff Bottles. The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore. |
Geographies
China (Place of Origin)
Measurements
H: 2 3/8 × W: 2 3/16 × D: 1 in. (6.1 × 5.6 × 2.5 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Edward J. Hoffman, 1983
Location in Museum
Not on view
Accession Number
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42.1476