Antique Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle, Famille Rose Ladies, Late Qing to Republic

A charming antique Chinese porcelain snuff bottle dating to the late Qing to early Republic period, circa 1880–1920.

This small hand-painted bottle is decorated in famille rose enamels with elegant figural scenes. One side depicts a lady carrying a child, while the reverse shows a courtly woman in flowing robes. The scenes are framed by decorative floral borders in soft pink, green and turquoise tones, giving the piece a refined and traditional Chinese export porcelain character.

The original domed brass stopper is present, complete with cork and small spoon, making this a well-preserved and attractive collector’s piece.

Details

Origin: China
Period: Late Qing to early Republic, c.1880–1920
Material: Porcelain with famille rose enamel decoration
Decoration: Hand-painted figural scenes with ladies and floral borders
Stopper: Original domed brass stopper with cork and spoon
Height: Approximately 6.5 cm
Use: Snuff bottle, Chinese porcelain collectible, cabinet display piece or Asian art object
Condition: Very good antique condition with no cracks or chips noted

Condition

Very good antique condition with light age-related surface wear. No cracks or chips noted. The original brass stopper with cork and spoon is included. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Historical and Collector Context

Chinese snuff bottles were produced from the Qing dynasty onward as small portable containers for powdered tobacco. Over time, they became highly collectible miniature works of art, made in many materials including glass, jade, agate, porcelain, enamel and metal.

Porcelain examples from the late Qing and early Republic periods often feature famille rose enamels, figural scenes, floral borders and decorative colour palettes associated with Chinese domestic and export taste. This example is appealing for its compact size, hand-painted ladies, original stopper and well-preserved condition.

It would suit collectors of Chinese porcelain, Qing or Republic-period decorative arts, snuff bottles, miniature Asian antiques or small cabinet display pieces.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.