Chinese Snuff Bottles by Trevor Cornforth, Nathan Cheung HARDCASTTE

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Chinese Snuff Bottles by Trevor Cornforth, Nathan Cheung HARDCASTTETable of Contents One of the loveliest objects to come from China's Imperial history is the snuff bottle elegant, tactile, beautifully crafted, and above all small; it makes an ideal subject for collectors. This book clearly explains the history of snuff and its specialized bottles from the 17th century to the present in America, Europe, and China. For the novice, it provides fascinating background and descriptive information, and for the established