Furniture & Works of Art - 5th July 2011

Lot 278

A Chinese export black lacquer tea chest

Estimate £80 - £120

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Description

A Chinese export black lacquer tea chest, decorated in gilt with panels of figures, the interior with a lift-out pewter caddy, with an ivory handle, 2nd half 19th century, 4.25in (10.8cm) h, 8in (20.2cm) w, 5.75in (14.7cm) d. Cracks and chips, worn.