Beautifully carved from natural tiger's eye, this vintage Chinese snuff bottle features a proud rooster motif rendered in warm golden-brown stone displaying the gemstone's characteristic silky luster and chatoyant bands.
The bottle and matching stopper are both fashioned from tiger's eye, allowing light to play across the surface and highlight the stone's rich natural coloration. The rooster design symbolizes confidence, vigilance, and prosperity in Chinese culture, adding both decorative and cultural significance to the piece.
A removable stopper with attached spoon completes the bottle's traditional form. The carving displays pleasing detail while allowing the natural beauty of the tiger's eye to remain the focal point of the design.
Whether displayed as part of a snuff bottle collection or appreciated as a decorative carving, this piece offers an attractive combination of natural gemstone beauty and traditional craftsmanship.
Details
Vintage Chinese snuff bottle
Natural tiger's eye bottle and stopper
Carved rooster motif
Warm golden-brown coloration
Traditional removable stopper and spoon
Polished finish
Early to Mid-20th Century
Specifications
Material: Tiger's Eye
Motif: Rooster
Origin: China
Style: Snuff Bottle
Circa: Early to Mid-20th Century (approximately 1920-1960)
Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition
Dimensions:
Overall height with stopper: Approximately 2.375"
Length of stone cap with cork & spoon: Approximately 1.625"
Width: Approximately 1.5" at the widest point
Depth: Approximately 1.0"
- Artist = Handcarved Figural
- Condition = Very Good Vintage Condition
- Material = Tigers Eye
Item ID: 109405
Category: Decorative Arts
Note: This item has been inspected and appraised by a GIA Graduate Gemologist NAJA Appraiser.
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