Vintage Chinese Brass Water Tobacco Pipe Dragon Phoenix Cloisonne Enamel 11.25" For Sale

Vintage Chinese Brass Water Tobacco Pipe – Dragon & Phoenix Cloisonné-Style Enamel – 11¼”Beautiful vintage Chinese-style brass water-tobacco pipe featuring colorful dragon and phoenix cloisonné-style enamel medallions, traditional decorative metalwork, and two accompanying metal smoking tools.This unusual collectible features a gracefully curved brass-colored smoking stem, rectangular water reservoir, and small hinged storage compartment that opens and closes properly.Decorative Cloisonné-Style MedallionsBoth sides feature elaborate circular decorative medallions with vibrant colors and intricate detailing.* Dragon Side: Traditional Chinese dragon featuring white scales with colorful red, blue, green, and turquoise accents.* Phoenix Side: Mythical bird design surrounded by colorful traditional Chinese decorative motifs.The colored sections are outlined by thin raised metal borders, consistent with traditional cloisonné-style enamelwork. The precise enamel technique has not been independently authenticated.Features:* Vintage Chinese-style water-tobacco pipe* Brass-colored metal construction with attractive aged patina* Colorful dragon and phoenix cloisonné-style medallions* Long curved smoking stem* Rectangular water reservoir* Hinged storage compartment that opens and closes properly* Two accompanying metal smoking tools included* Traditional Chinese decorative craftsmanship* No maker’s marks found* Estimated early-to-mid 20th century, approximately 1900–1950 (unverified)Measurements:* Overall height: 11¼ inches* Base length: 3¼ inches* Base width: Approximately 1¼ inches* Weight: 1 lb, 6⅞ ozCondition:Good vintage condition with visible surface wear, tarnishing, discoloration, and aged patina.The colorful decorative medallions retain attractive detail. The hinged compartment opens and closes properly, and both accompanying metal tools are included.No maker’s marks were found on the underside.Smoking functionality has not been tested. Sold as a collectible display piece.Please examine all photographs carefully for condition and details.Feel free to message with any questions or for more pictures. Thanks for looking.