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Chinese Wheel of Life Opium Tool Set
About the Item
A small Chinese chatelaine tool set strung with a petite white brass spoon and scraper tool. The small tools hang from a charm shaped as the "Wheel of Life," a Buddhist symbol of eternity. Suspended from one's clothing at the shoulder, back, or waist, a tool set such as this was used for a variety of daily tasks, such as personal grooming, taking snuff, or cleaning opium accessories.
Additional Dimensions:
Tools: 2.25"L
Charm: 0.75"Dia
- Dimensions:Height: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
- Style:Qing (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CDKZ083D1stDibs: LU820042908762
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