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Chinese lacquer box with abalone inlay

Chinese lacquer box with abalone inlay


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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Lacquer: Pre 1900: Item # 1153977

Please refer to our stock # 0231 when inquiring.
William-Cozart, Inc.
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320 S. Harrington St.
Raleigh, NC 27603


 $550.00 
Ca. 1700s / early 1800s

This circular box is lacquered in brownish black with mother of pearl inlay encircling the lid which is well-fitted to the bottom box. The top is painted in slightly-raised gilt lacquer with two characters: “fu” and “shou,” for happiness and longevity. There is light wear to the edges of the lid, inner rims and to the base, as would be expected, and also a few minor touch-ups. Overall, considering the age and use, the box is in good condition with the mother of pearl all intact.

Diameter: 8 3/8 in., Height: 2 ½ in.,