Antique Chinese Brass Boot-Shape Water Tobacco Pipe, Late Qing Dynasty

Antique Chinese brass water tobacco pipe with a boot-shaped body, engraved decoration, and removable stem. Shows age-appropriate patina and oxidation consistent with a late Qing period piece.

• Seller describes it as an antique Chinese water tobacco pipe from the Late Qing Dynasty.
• Boot-shaped brass body with hand-engraved floral and landscape-style decoration.
• Includes a removable stem and cleaning tools.
• Visible aged patina and surface oxidation are present.
• Seller-provided measurements: 11 in height overall, 5.5 in body height, and 3 in width.
• SKU shown in listing: 062026-00517.

SKU: 062026-00517

More Info:

• Detected Type: General
• Name: Antique Chinese Brass Water Tobacco Pipe
• Primary Material: Brass
• Country of Origin: China
• Region of Origin: China
• Age: 1850-1899
• Color: Gold
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
• Measurements: Height (Base to Stem Top): 11 in; Body Height: 5.5 in; Width: 3 in
• SKU: 062026-00517

• All photos are of the actual item you are looking to purchase.
• Please check photos for actual condition.

TroCuri condition analysis. Every defect TroCuri observed is listed below so you can verify against the photos.

Visible Flaws: Surface oxidation and tarnish are visible across the brass.; Age-related wear is present on the engraved surfaces and edges.; The removable stem and attached components show darkened aging.; Any hidden structural issues cannot be confirmed from the photos alone.

Photo Notes: Photos show the front, back, side, and ruler reference views. The pipe appears complete in the images, but the listing photos do not confirm internal condition or full function.

Overall: The piece presents as an aged brass antique with strong patina and oxidation expected for its claimed period. Photos show wear consistent with long-term age and handling, with no obvious major breakage visible from the provided images.

Wear Points: High-touch areas around the stem openings and upper rim show age.; The boot toe and base edges show accumulated patina and use wear.; Engraved surfaces appear softened by age and handling.

Measurements / Tags / SKU: Visible measurements are 11 in overall height, 5.5 in body height, and 3 in width. Seller lists SKU 062026-00517.

Cleaning Notes: No cleaning has been indicated by the seller. Because this is an antique brass item, any cleaning should be done carefully to avoid altering the original patina.