Opium Smoker

This unusual, barrel-form object was originally one of the many accessories that comprised an opium smoker's kit. Formed of brass with a copper lining, the small tool is known by col...

This tabletop display stand was once used to elevate an opium smoker's collection of pipe bowls, a removable element of the opium pipe often made of fine materials such as jade, yixi...

The petite box was originally used to elevate an opium smoker's collection of pipe bowls, a removable element of the opium pipe often made of fine materials such as jade, yixing red ...

This type of petite jar was included in the opium smoker's kit as a place to hold a damp sponge, used to keep tools and other accessories clean.

Created in China, this low table was originally made from a cut down Lohan bed, also called an opium smokers' bed. The table showcases a rectangular top with hand-woven rattan inset ...

Created in China, this low table was originally made from a cut down Lohan bed, also called an opium smokers' bed. The table showcases a rectangular top with hand-woven rattan inset ...

" fumeur d'Opium " is an Original ink ( stylo dark blue ) drawing on paper by Jean Cocteau executed in 1957 . representing an Opium smoker from "Opium " book ( edition lib. stock ) ...

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses.

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses.

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses.

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses.

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses.

The Lamp Glass is made of Colorless Glass with Facets. Opium smokers used opium lamps to make vaping and inhaling the opium easier.

The petite cloisonné jar was originally included in the opium smoker's kit as a place to hold a damp sponge, used to keep tools and other accessories clean.

Showcasing a rectangular shape on which the opium smoker would lay his or her head, the pillow is adorned with hand-painted calligraphy on each side, standing out on a black frame.

This Chinese headrest was once used in an opium smoke house for a smoker to rest while intoxicated.

This Chinese headrest was once used in an opium smoke house for a smoker to rest while intoxicated.

A Journey Through Time: The Use of an Opium Pillow Historically, these pillows were used in Asia to provide firm, cool support for the heads of opium smokers, allowing them to recli...

As for the opium smoker, their symbolism can evoke contemplative escapism or simply reflect a social practice of the era.

French sailors provided another major group of opium smokers, having obtained the habit while in French Indochina, where the drug was promoted and monopolized by the colonial governm...

Carved Turkish Figural Meerschaum Pipe with Moorish Turkish Bearded head. Meerschaum pipe is a smoking pipe made from the mineral sepiolite, also known as meerschaum. Meerschaum , Ge...

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...

This paneled room is composed of a stone fireplace, a large glass door with four leaves, a single door (both with their frame) and a large oil on canvas depicting a marine scene sign...

Antique Chinese paktong alloy water pipe, most likely mid to late 19th century. All pieces are still together, including the down stem and two tweezer and brush smoking tools. Two si...

Amazing and beautiful Chinese cloisonné opium pipe, enamelled with loto flowers, character marks to the base, 28cm high Astonishing opium pipe with motifs in cloisonné enamel and met...

A wonderful and extremely rare last quarter 19th century Chinese export for the Anglo-Indian market reverse glass portrait painting of an opium-smoking 'maiden' or young lady painted...

A rare and a bit unusual Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) cloisonne enameled opium lamp. Originating in China in the 19th century, the silver-tone oil lamp features a six sided base with uni...

Antique Shanxi Province Elm Opium Bed / Coffee Table This Antique Shanxi Province Elm Opium Bed / Coffee Table is a rare find from the 1900s. It is made of elm wood and features its...

A pair of early 20th-century tools used for harvesting opium latex from poppy flowers. Formed of bamboo handles and iron blades, the rustic tools were used to scratch the surface of ...

A small Chinese chatelaine tool set strung with a single brass spoon. Suspended from one's clothing at the shoulder, back, or waist, a tool set such as this was used for a variety of...

A set of three 19th-century tools used for harvesting opium latex from poppy flowers. Formed of bamboo handles and iron blades, the rustic tools were used to scratch the surface of a...