Antique Circular Box, Chinese, Cinnabar, Decorative Tray, Qing Dynasty, C.1900

Description

Our Stock # 18.7138

This is an antique circular box. A Chinese, carved cinnabar lacquer decorative lidded tray, dating to the late Qing dynasty, circa 1900.

• Superb example of the Chinese decorative arts
• Displays a desirable aged patina – in very good order
• Profusely carved with high quality, ancient Chinese mythological scenes
• The vibrant crimson of cinnabar contrasts against the black ground

• Dome top carved with a pair of Dog of Fu facing each other
• Decorative motif with flowing silk sashes billow across the scene
• Carved wave pattern to the background in very fine detail
• Decorated border to the circumference of the base with a 4 character mark to the underside

This is a detailed, hand carved and highly appealing antique circular box with superb cinnabar crimson hues. Delivered polished and ready to impress.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 17cm (6.75”)
Max Depth: 17cm (6.75”)
Max Height: 6cm (2.25”)