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Chinese Ivory Etui or Needle Case
Chinese Ivory Etui or Needle Case
Chinese Ivory Etui or Needle Case
Chinese Ivory Etui or Needle Case

Chinese Ivory Etui or Needle Case

Date1850-1900
Object NameEtui
Mediumivory and bone
ClassificationsApplied Art
Dimensions2 × 15cm
AcquisitionThe Leslie Thomson Bequest.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000814
About MeThis is a beautifully carved ivory etui or decorative case containing ivory or bone needles.

The case has a screw top and screw bottom and is carved with a dragon, butterflies, birds and foliage.

In Chinese culture the dragon is a symbol of power and auspiciousness and the butterfly is a symbol of love and joy.
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