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Horn Opium Box with painted Design of Figures and Musicians in a Garden
Horn Opium Box with painted Design of Figures and Musicians in a Garden
Horn Opium Box with painted Design of Figures and Musicians in a Garden

Horn Opium Box with painted Design of Figures and Musicians in a Garden

Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: horn; paper; pigment
DimensionsOverall: 6.4 x 2.3 x 2.3 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. H.J. Eiley
Object number2002.028.008 a,b
DescriptionCylindrical box with fitted lid. Design motif of two seated figures in a garden, a musician playing a stringed instrument in an inside room, around body. Design achieved by painted cloth, wrapped in and rolled over an interior transparent sleeve of horn. Lid has a design of female figure.
Status
Not on view
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