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HAND-CARVED OPIUM TOOL CASE WITH LANDSCAPE SCENE
Origin: China
Date: Late 19th–early 20th century
Materials: Bone or faux-ivory
Dimensions: 5 cm (width) × 6 cm (height)
Description:
Carved opium tool case featuring a serene Chinese landscape, complete with riverside dwellings, fishermen in boats, and distant mountain peaks. Rendered in fine incised lines, the scene captures the tranquil ideal of nature in traditional Chinese art. Subtle red stamps and calligraphic inscriptions enrich the composition, possibly indicating a poetic title or artist's seal.
The container opens horizontally at its midpoint, revealing a hollow interior designed to store small opium-related tools such as needles, picks, or spatulas. The small size and discreet design made it ideal for personal use, whether in a smoking den or during travel.
Origin: China
Date: Late 19th–early 20th century
Materials: Bone or faux-ivory
Dimensions: 5 cm (width) × 6 cm (height)
Description:
Carved opium tool case featuring a serene Chinese landscape, complete with riverside dwellings, fishermen in boats, and distant mountain peaks. Rendered in fine incised lines, the scene captures the tranquil ideal of nature in traditional Chinese art. Subtle red stamps and calligraphic inscriptions enrich the composition, possibly indicating a poetic title or artist's seal.
The container opens horizontally at its midpoint, revealing a hollow interior designed to store small opium-related tools such as needles, picks, or spatulas. The small size and discreet design made it ideal for personal use, whether in a smoking den or during travel.
