Chinese Engraved Paktong Opium Water Pipe Suite

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Directory: Archives: Regional Art: Pre 1900: Item # 1155367

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A 19th century Chinese paktong opium pipe, opium container, tool holders and tweezers en suite with base featuring engraved bird and flower decoration including a dragonfly, butterflies, fruit and (or course) poppy blooms. Attention to detail exhibited with copper-bronze lined rims to tool holders and pipe top. 10 characters (in four cartouches) maker's mark inside hinged opium container cover. Very good condition. Height from surface to pipe stem 10 1/2 inches. Height to flat top of base (not including accoutrements) 2 1/2 inches.