Chinese Glass Snuff Bottle with Inside Painted Neihua and Meihua Plum Blossoms

Chinese snuff bottle made of glass using the traditional inside painting technique (neihua). The specimen features detailed craftsmanship with botanical motifs and classical calligraphy.

Object History:
The neihua technique involves painting the internal surface of a glass or crystal bottle through a narrow neck using extremely fine, curved brushes. This art form reached its peak during the Qing Dynasty and has continued as a high-skill discipline in the 20th century. The motif depicted is the plum blossom (meihua), one of the most revered themes in Chinese art, symbolizing purity and perseverance.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1990s
- Technique: Hand-painted inside (Neihua)
- Dimensions: Height 11.5 cm (4.53 inches), Width 5 cm (1.97 inches), Depth 2.3 cm (0.90 inches)
- Weight: 220 g (7.76 oz)
- Material: Glass, synthetic stone or resin stopper
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The interior painting remains sharp and without peeling. The glass body has no cracks or chips.

Value and Application:
This bottle is a collector's piece representative of late 20th-century Oriental craftsmanship. It is ideal for collectors of snuff bottles or as a decorative element in academic or Asian-style interiors.