Trying to figure these brass pieces out...

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Gollando, Aug 20, 2015.

  1. Gollando

    Gollando New Member

    I'm in the process of trying to figure out these brass pieces, I've been told they were used for opium...but not really sure. Any thoughts would be appreciated - thanks.

    Piece 01...

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    Piece 02...

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    Gollando, Aug 20, 2015
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  2. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    I don't see an opium connection, but for opium use I'm always thinking Chinese....still Piece 2 in nice.
     
    komokwa, Aug 20, 2015
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  3. Ladybranch

    Ladybranch Well-Known Member

    Welcome to the forum!

    I haven't any help on determining the purpose of these brass items, but possibly a little help on area of origin. The 3rd picture, "Piece 02...", a covered bowl, has a swastika design circling around the bowl. The swastika has been used by cultures around the world including Native Americans. It was usually a symbol of good luck until the Nazis corrupted it's usage. This swastika design is probably the Sanskrit svastika meaning "all is well" - good fortune, luck and well-being. Also it could be the "Chinese character: 卐 or 卍." The swastika is a "sacred and auspicious symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism."

    --- Susan
     
    Ladybranch, Aug 21, 2015
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