Water pipe
Dublin Core
Title
Water pipe
Subject
Equipment; Smoking and tobacco use
Description
This pipe is an example of the technical abilities and themes of metallurgists, many of whom were based in Guangzhou and Peking. Made of paktong, this piece is decorated with an array of techniques including engraving, chasing and stamping. The artist adorned the pipe with floral motifs, good-luck symbols, and other designs.
Date
1850-1900
Contributor
Curated by Eric Feingold
Format
Nickel Silver (Paktong)
Identifier
2003.4.211 LA
Coverage
China