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1984

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2015

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Snuff Bottle (China)

This is a Snuff bottle. It is dated Probably 18th century and we acquired it in 1984. Its medium is stone. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Maxime Hermanos and Mrs. Maxime Hermanos. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Maxime Hermanos.

Its dimensions are

Overall: 6.7 x 3 x 3.4 cm (2 5/8 x 1 3/16 x 1 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Snuff Bottle (China); stone; Overall: 6.7 x 3 x 3.4 cm (2 5/8 x 1 3/16 x 1 5/16 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Maxime Hermanos; 1984-132-4

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