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Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with Bats

Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 1800–1900
Rock crystal with carved decoration
6.1 × 3.1 cm (2.4 × 1.2 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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