Chinese Pottery & Stone Smoking Pipe Bowls & Fittings

East Asia, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. 19th to mid-20th century CE. A varied group of smoking pipe bowls and fittings assembled in an array of materials including pottery, ivory, jade, and stone. The pottery examples include a large terracotta bowl with stamped decorative motifs, a blue-and-white bowl with painted decoration, a small glazed blue bowl, and an octagonal ceramic bowl. The group is complemented by a dark brown cylindrical element of elephant ivory, showing a deepened patina from use with faint Schreger lines visible at the rim, alongside a flared jadeite cap, a quartzite fist bowl, and a stone bowl fitted with a brass neck collar. Size of largest: 2.3" Diameter x 2.2" H (5.8 cm x 5.6 cm) This item is made of or contains elephant ivory and is classified under the ESA (Endangered Species Act) as an exempt piece. Due to federal and state regulations regarding the sale of ivory, this item cannot be shipped internationally or to individuals residing in the following U.S. states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. Additionally, buyers are responsible for ensuring that their purchase complies with all local laws and regulations concerning ivory. We guarantee that this piece meets the criteria for an ESA antique exemption under U.S. Federal law, however, we advise buyers to consult with their local authorities to confirm their ability to legally acquire, possess, trade, or sell this item in your state of residence. Item # 200049

Estimate:£149.5

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