An unusual Chinese red cinnabar lacquer box and cover

An unusual Chinese red cinnabar lacquer box and cover, the lid decorated in brown and green with two large melons or gourds, issuing from leafy stems, the sides with complex hexagonal diaper designs, 18th century, wear and chips to the flange, 11.8cm. (2) Cf. Christie's 26th March 2010, lot 191 for related examples.