[Silver inlaid gold longevity fire bowl]
Silver inlaid gold longevity fire bowl, 16 cm in diameter and 21 cm in height. The old collection of the Qing Palace
The fire bowl is made of silver and inlaid with gold. This utensil is divided into three parts: fire bowl, bowl rack and alcohol bowl. Each part can be separated. The fire bowl has a straight mouth, a flat edge, a deep belly, and a cover. The word “longevity” is carved on the bowl cover and the bowl body. The bowl rack is a triangular support, in the desired shape, with a small alcohol bowl under it. When using, light the alcohol to keep the food in the bowl warm
This fire bowl was made by the Qing Palace Office. It is a special food utensil for the emperor to hold a birthday party, and also a representative food utensil in the palace.
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