Silver Opium Box with Enamel Decorated Lid

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: silver; gilt; enamel

DimensionsOverall: 4.7 x 5.1 x 3.2 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Hy Eiley

Object number2012.040.005 a,b

DescriptionRectangular box has a flat fitted lid and rounded ends (oblong cross-section). Lid has a recessed escutcheon on the top with raised gilt Chinese characters and bats on a blue enamel background.

Status

Not on view