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Antique Large Chinese Metal and Cinnabar Humidor Art Deco Box, circa 1920

$618
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£467
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€539.27
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CA$863.56
CA$1,327.4834% Off
A$958.19
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CHF 501.92
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MX$11,750.04
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NOK 6,384.29
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SEK 6,026.49
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DKK 4,021.70
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About the Item

This rare Chinese Art Deco box is made from copper alloy. The top is decorated with hand carved black cinnabar and highlighted with a finely carved bone figure and flowers. All four sides are tediously punched with small circles in great repetition. The box has a hinged lid and the bottom is marked CHINA. The inside is divided into four compartments. The black cinnabar is in good condition with two small flowers missing. Size: W 6 ¼” x L 6 ¼” x 1 ½” Weight: 2 lbs 10 oz.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Width: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The black cinnabar is in good condition with two small flowers missing.
  • Seller Location:
    Vero Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3915311758651

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