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Antique Chinese Engraved Paktong Opium Water Pipe

$1,410
£1,078.02
€1,241.66
CA$1,975.84
A$2,205.84
CHF 1,155.83
MX$27,001.67
NOK 14,679.03
SEK 13,840.46
DKK 9,266.65

About the Item

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 sides of the pipe are engraved with a court scene and nature scene, and the other two feature poetry/calligraphy. Marked/impressed under the lid.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU841941795652

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