Antique silver and vermeil opium box, China, 19th century Octagonal in shape, it features a cartouche on each side, surrounded by a frieze engraved with lattice work, chased and openworked with Buddhist symbols in foliage. The lid, worked in the same technique, depicts two bodhisattva attendants under pine trees, surrounded by foliage, clouds and a pagoda. PN 167 g - H. 4.6 cm - L. 6.5 cm (accidents)