WALNUT SHELL CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLE: EIGHTEEN LUOHANS

Snuff Bottles

$475

Material

WALNUT

Color

Light Wood Tone

Origin

China

Age / Period

1850-1899

Dimensions

Height: 1.76 inches (4.5cm), Diameter: 1.64 inches (4.2cm)

Condition

Estate / Pre-owned

Chinese Walnut Shell Snuff Bottle: Eighteen Luohans or Arthats This is a natural walnut shell excellently hand carved in relief with about 100 miniature faces depicting the 18 Luohans or Artharts, the original followers of the Buddha who have followed the Eightfold Path and attained the Four Stages of Enlightenment. Red Coral stopper. Wonderful preserved condition. Bottle Measurements Height: 1.76 inches (4.5cm) Diameter: 1.64 inches (4.2cm) Weight: 0.6 ounces