Chinese Carved Cinnabar Lacquer Box, Scholar in Garden

A circular Chinese cinnabar lacquer box featuring a fitted, removable lid. The top face is deeply carved in relief to depict two scholars conversing within a traditional landscape garden. The rounded exterior sides of both the lid and base are decorated with a continuous band of carved floral blooms and foliate scrolling elements. The interior chambers and the flat underside are finished with a smooth black lacquer coating. Dimensions: 6.25"W x 2.75"H Weight: 1.6 lbs. Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimate:£60.3

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