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METAL OPIUM PIPE CLEANING TOOL WITH WEIGHTED HANDLE
Origin: China
Date: Late 19th–early 20th century
Materials: Metal alloy
Dimensions: 16 × 3 cm
Description:
Opium-smoking accessory consisting of a long, slender metal rod attached to a spherical, weighted handle set on a flat, scalloped base. The rod was used to clean the narrow stem and bowl aperture of an opium pipe, removing residual ash and tar to ensure a smooth draw. The heavy, rounded handle provided balance and stability during use, while its compact base allowed it to rest upright when not in service.
Origin: China
Date: Late 19th–early 20th century
Materials: Metal alloy
Dimensions: 16 × 3 cm
Description:
Opium-smoking accessory consisting of a long, slender metal rod attached to a spherical, weighted handle set on a flat, scalloped base. The rod was used to clean the narrow stem and bowl aperture of an opium pipe, removing residual ash and tar to ensure a smooth draw. The heavy, rounded handle provided balance and stability during use, while its compact base allowed it to rest upright when not in service.
