"Chinese Lacquer Tea Box & Pewter Bottles, Mid-19th Cty"
Chinese lacquer tea box, mid-19th century (Napoleon III period)The lacquer box opens on its top and contains 2 large complete tin bottles, each with 2 lids to ensure perfect airtightness and perfect preservation of the teas.
Condition:
The lacquer is damaged in corners of the box, and on its lid which has raised areas (combined effects of humidity and/or exposure to the sun). Condition has however been stabilized and doesn't detract from its presence and elegance.
The black lacquer is very finely enhanced with polychromy in autumn colors and gilding with floral and plant motifs. The background is treated in an illusionist way in the style of tortoiseshell.
Dimensions:
21*14.3 cm * height 13.5 cm
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