Description
AN IVORY OPIUM PIPE WITH PIPE BOWL
China. The pipe consisting of two ivory sections, the connection pieces made of pewter with repoussé décor in high relief and hanging chains; the mouth and finial pieces made of wood. The pewter saddle holding the meerschaum pipe bowl carved to depict a mandarin holding a large pipe.
Condition: Very good original condition with some scratches, wear and a nice patina.
Provenance: From a German private collection.
Dimensions: Length of the pipe 52 cm, Length of the pipe bowl 9 cm.