Antique Chinese Carved Wood Box He-he Er XIan, Marital Happiness C19th Wedding Gift

Finely carved antique Chinese circular box in hardwood, depicting the He-He Er Xian (和合二仙) — the Twin Immortals of Harmony and Union, symbols of marital happiness and domestic harmony.

The lid shows the two joyful immortals holding a vessel between them, beneath lotus leaves and flowers — a classic visual pun combining hé (lotus/和) and hé (box/盒), meaning “harmony and union.”

The sides are delicately incised with stylised floral motifs. Warm, rich patina throughout. The base shows natural age wear.

An excellent example of late Qing dynasty craftsmanship, likely from southern China (Canton or Fujian).

Diameter: 6.1 cm
Date: 19th century
Condition: Good, with minor wear consistent with age and use; lovely natural patina.

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