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Chinese Antique Shell-Inlaid Lacquer Tea Tool Box, Qing Period

$1,800
£1,365.80
€1,561.67
CA$2,514.11
A$2,795.35
CHF 1,459.58
MX$34,026.22
NOK 18,623.58
SEK 17,449.40
DKK 11,655.02
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About the Item

This is gorgeous and decorative instrument box decorated with "Raden" work of mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors is quite rare. Two Bizen wares which set inside the box has silver-covered ring, which suggests that it was prized at that time.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Depth: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Qing period
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Chuo-ku, JP
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1B-202206-91stDibs: LU6941229325202

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