Minneapolis Institute of Art
Snuff bottle
China
- Date
- 1780–1880
- Medium
- Porcelain, amber
- Department
- Asian Art
- Institution
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
This bottle depicts the Eight Treasures of Buddhism—a double fish, a conch shell, a wheel, a vase, a lotus flower, a victory banner, a knot, and a parasol—separated by chrysanthemum blossoms. The Eight Treasures represent the eight-fold path of Buddhism, a series of tenets that, when followed, lead to a virtuous life. They are also believed to be good luck. Along with the chrysanthemum blossoms, a symbol of vitality, this bottle is covered with symbols of good fortune. China, Asia
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