Carved openwork ivory flint case (with flint) , Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
- Image Number: K1G000259N000000000PAB
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Carvings
- Function: Stationery
- Material: Animal/Tooth/Ivory
- Description:
Carved ivory box, Ruyi pattern outline, carved grid pattern on both sides, bat, pine, bamboo, and chiffon patterns, and dyed red, blue, and green with Qian, implying longevity. Built in small yellow satin fire sickle, with an inner bag for flint. There is a record of “satin ivory wall fire sickle” presented during the reign of Qianlong in the archives of the Qing Dynasty. This piece may be similar in shape.
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