Sample of snuff bottles in the collection with a small can of actual snuff from 1812 Roman and Greek bottles and pottery from 600 B.C. Notice irridescent texture on glass Original Pieces of Faberge, Tifany, Galle and 2600 year old Roman pottery and glass will be displayed in addition to the Satsuma. It is interesting to note that this Satsuma was crafted only in Japan and subsequently it was banned after the discovery that the artisans lost their sight from the small scale fine art work. Competing with five other well known Museums, a visit to Chicago in person to the donor was the touch that won the award for the Museum. The donor was determined that the collection be awarded to someone with the same appreciation for miniatures as is evidenced by the quality and collectors' eye. Faberge still life flowers in Rock crystal vases.
Stems are gold and flowers are carnelian and include diamonds in the center and jade leaves.
Lily of the Valley flowers also have diamonds in the center and jade leaves. Group tours are welcome. Admission is charged.