{"product_id":"chinese-hand-carved-natural-amber-snuff-bottle-high-relief-phoenix-shou-symbol","title":"Chinese Hand-Carved Natural Amber Snuff Bottle | High Relief Phoenix \u0026 Shou Symbol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChinese Hand-Carved Natural Amber Snuff Bottle | High Relief Phoenix \u0026amp; Shou Symbol \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm, glowing, and beautifully translucent, this hand-carved amber snuff bottle celebrates one of nature's most treasured organic gemstones. Displaying rich golden honey tones with remarkable internal character, the fossilized resin catches and diffuses light beautifully, creating the soft glow that has made amber prized for thousands of years. Natural flow lines, scattered reflective inclusions, and subtle localized clouding—formed as ancient tree resin flowed and fossilized millions of years ago—give this carved bottle its own distinctive personality and testify to its organic origin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"794\" data-start=\"400\"\u003eThe bottle is richly carved in exceptionally high relief with imagery that rewards close examination. The dominant motif is believed to represent a \u003cstrong data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"563\"\u003ephoenix (fenghuang)\u003c\/strong\u003e with finely detailed feathers flowing across one side of the bottle. Surrounding the bird are swirling cloud forms, stylized foliage, and scrolling decorative motifs that wrap continuously around the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1065\" data-start=\"796\"\u003eHidden among the scrolling design are several \u003cstrong data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"842\"\u003emask-like or guardian faces\u003c\/strong\u003e, carved so they subtly emerge from the flowing ornament rather than standing apart from it. This type of layered carving invites repeated viewing, revealing new details from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1421\" data-start=\"1067\"\u003eThe carved stopper continues the design with complementary scrolling motifs and is crowned by a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1192\" data-start=\"1163\"\u003eShou (壽) longevity symbol\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most auspicious emblems in Chinese decorative art. The Shou character traditionally represents long life, good fortune, and blessings, making it an especially appropriate motif for an object intended to be treasured and passed from one generation to the next\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally used to carry powdered tobacco, Chinese snuff bottles have become highly collectible works of miniature art appreciated for their craftsmanship, rarity, and historical significance. Whether displayed among fine Asian antiques, included in a collection of carved amber, or appreciated simply as a remarkable work of miniature sculpture, this elegant snuff bottle offers timeless beauty and enduring appeal.#90\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural amber \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand carved \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional Chinese snuff bottle \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm golden coloration \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 3.75\" H × 2.25\" W × 1.5\" D \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 53 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love I\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003et \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Genuine natural amber \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Beautiful translucent glow \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Traditional Chinese form \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Rich symbolic carving with phoenix and Shou motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Elegant display object    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1258\" data-section-id=\"1bxgx8b\" data-start=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1258\" data-start=\"1236\"\u003eGemologist's Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1260\"\u003eThis bottle was examined using non-destructive gemological testing, combined with ultraviolet fluorescence. Natural internal flow lines, localized clouding, and reflective \"sun spangles\" observed under magnification, are all characteristics consistent with natural fossilized amber.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Item Number: \u003c\/b\u003e\n20758-83\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Item ID: \u003c\/b\u003e\n109806\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Category: \u003c\/b\u003e\nDecorative Arts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:11px\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e This item has been inspected and appraised by a GIA Graduate Gemologist NAJA Appraiser.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nDiamond origin is tested using a GIA iD100 Gem Testing Device. Unless indicated otherwise, all diamonds are to be considered natural, earth-mined diamonds. All man-made, laboratory-grown, laboratory-created, or synthetic diamonds are well marked on the price tag as well as in the website description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nAll diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits. All gemstone weights and measurements are approximate. Unless otherwise stated, colored gemstones may have commonly used clarity and color enhancing treatments per industry standards. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nProspective buyers should note that all jewelry we sell is 'used' and will likely have some amount of wear, we warranty that the item will be essentially as we have described it, but no other warranties are expressed or implied, and all items are sold 'as is'.\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Upscale Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53469374120236,"sku":"20758-83","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7862\/1996\/files\/adc506bb23f121faf1e09fe491a3bc1c.jpg?v=1785180487","url":"https:\/\/upscaleconsignment.com\/products\/chinese-hand-carved-natural-amber-snuff-bottle-high-relief-phoenix-shou-symbol","provider":"Upscale Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}