Packing: Brocade gift box

G.W:180g

The Chinese Zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle --- each year being represented by an animal and determine your own sign. In China, this is just an alternative way to say how old you are.

The animals include Rat which mean charm, Ox patient, Tiger sensitive, Rabbit articulate, Dragon healthy, Snake deep, Horse popular, Goat elegant, Monkey clever, Rooster deep thinkers, Dog loyalty and Pig chivalrous.

Horse
Optimistic and a good leader. The Horse is Kind-hearted and liked by others. He always works in his own way seldom accept the opinion of others. He is good at managing his money but not his love affairs.
Year: 1918; 1930; 1942; 1954; 1966; 1978; 1990; 2002;

Purpose: Remembrance/Gifts/Souvenirs/Collectibles/Decorations for the home or office

Craft: Hand painted in the snuff bottle inner side with a specialized painting hook_brush by skilled artists

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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

The artwork is a glass snuff bottle, intricately painted with an image of a horse from the Chinese Zodiac.

Snuff bottles are traditional cultural art pieces that have a rich history and cultural significance.

They were typically used to hold tobacco for personal use.

On this particular bottle, the artist has skillfully utilized painting techniques to depict the horse in a lifelike manner.

This artistic form not only showcases the artist's talent but also reflects the respect and admiration for animals in Chinese traditional culture.

The name of this snuff bottle is "Snuff Bottles With Inside Painting Chinese Zodiac Series-Horse 1," indicating that it is the first horse-themed snuff bottle in the Chinese Zodiac series.

The Chinese Zodiac is an essential component of Chinese traditional culture, representing twelve months of the year and corresponding animals.

Each zodiac sign has unique symbolic meanings and implications, and the horse represents bravery, strength, and freedom.

By choosing the horse as the subject of the snuff bottle, the artist may intend to convey these positive qualities and values.

In conclusion, this snuff bottle is a finely crafted artwork that combines traditional painting techniques and Chinese cultural elements.

Its existence not only provides a unique smoking experience but also demonstrates the charm and depth of Chinese traditional culture.