Chinese Old Beijing Glazed Inside-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle with Topper – Athletic Figure & Calligraphy Poem
This exquisite Chinese Old Beijing glazed inside-painted glass snuff bottle features intricate artistry and fine craftsmanship. One side showcases a man dressed in traditional athletic attire holding a flag, symbolizing strength and honor. The reverse side displays a beautifully executed Chinese calligraphy poem, adding cultural depth and literary beauty to the piece.
Translated Poem:
Right side: “The sound of Chu is broken in the clouds, Listen to the number of mountains, Sun Huai a boat, Ding Zhongsheng in the year of Yichou.”
Left side: “The green peach flows eastward, And jade is born here — this life.”
This snuff bottle is made of glass with detailed reverse (inside) painting—a highly skilled technique unique to Chinese artisans. It includes its original stopper, and there are no chips or cracks.
