Rare Chinese Carved Boxwood Tobacco Box
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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Scholar Art: Pre 1900: Item # 1008544
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Scholar Art: Pre 1900: Item # 1008544
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A rare and finely carved boxwood tobacco box that could be hung from a man's belt. The lid carved with a 3-dimansional pair of Fo dogs, the sides with floral carvings with a bird and a deer. The opening where once the rope was attached, is in the shape of two bats.
China, 18th/19th century.
Dimensions: L. 7 cm (excluding the wooden ring), W. 3,8 cm, H. 3,5 cm.
Condition: excellent, with beautiful wear and patina.
