Opium Pillow Box

Datec.1900

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: leather

DimensionsOverall: 13.8 x 10.6 x 21.7 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of the Estate of Elizabeth Stewart

Object number2009.029.017 a,b

DescriptionLeather covered pillow has a rectangular base, a dome shaped top that is slightly inclined at centre and truncated ends. At one end is a long drawer with a circular metal handle that is hinged and covers a key hole with a locking mechanism. There is raised relief patterning with gold paint on both ends and including the drawer front.

Status

Not on view