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Chinese Picnic Box, c. 1750
About the Item
The basic form of this two-tiered box with handle has remained unchanged for 1,000 years. Stacked boxes were commonly used as portable containers for food or scholar's objects. Elegant and understated, this stacking box is crafted of a fine hardwood with warm coloring and a magnificent grain, reminiscent of flowing water or floating clouds. The top level has a camphor tray within that is held snugly in place when the lid is secured. The vertical corners are wrapped with brass mounts that protected the box as servants carried it and they conceal the otherwise exposed dovetail corner joints. Delicate brass flowers finish the side rails.
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- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1750
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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About the Seller
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PAGODA RED is a renowned resource for designers as well as collectors of contemporary and ancient Chinese, Korean and Japanese art. They offer a curated edit of fine and provincial furniture, ceramics, scholars' objects, and paintings and textiles, each piece historically and geographically authentic.
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