Opium Box with Porcupine Quills
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: white copper; porcupine quills
DimensionsOverall (measurements are for the outer case): 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.6 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Hy Eiley
Object number2003.012.012 a-c
DescriptionOuter sleeve is white copper fitted with vertical porcupine quills. Inner box is oblong with rounded sides and a raised bat motif on the lid that fits through a slot in the outer sleeve. Base of the box has a slightly extended rim to accommodate the sleeve.Status
Not on view
