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East Asian Art Snuff Bottle and Stopper Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong Period (1736-1795) Artist/maker unknown, Chinese Translucent "lotus root powder" (oufen) glass overlaid with red glass relief decoration; white and green jade and red glass stopper with ivory spoon * Gallery 236, Asian Art, second floor, right-hand case 1944-20-604 Gift of Major General and Mrs. William Crozier, 1944 |
Gallery LabelThe heron and lotus are both symbols of purity. When shown together, they represent the uncorruptible statesman.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
