A MOTHER-OR-PEARL SNUFF BOTTLE, c. 1920sChina, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) - Republic period (1912-1949). Of compressed globular body, supported on an oval foot ring, with a waisted neck, the body covered in mother-of-pearl with a central medallion to each side depicting peonies. The recessed base carved with an apocryphal four-character Tongzhi reign mark.Condition: Very good condition, minor wear, few minuscule hairlines, and light surface scratches. Provenance: French trade.Weight: 36 gDimensions: Height 53 mm. Diameter neck 16 mm and mouth 5 mmWith a reticulated wood base. (2)