Vintage Chinese Brass Opium / Tobacco Pipe Base – 2.5” Etched‎

This is a vintage brass Chinese opium/tobacco pipe base featuring etched figures and Chinese characters. The front depicts a robed figure (possibly Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy) with a child, while the hinged lid shows an etched portrait of a bearded man with additional characters. • Material: Brass with engraved detailing • Design: Depicts figures, clouds, and Chinese script • Size: Approx. 2.5 inches tall • Features: Hinged lid with etched figure, dual spouts, and open chamber • Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition with patina, wear, and tarnish consistent with age and use (see photos). A collectible piece of Chinese brassware, suitable for display or as part of an antique collection.