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Chinese Carved Root Wood Box

About the Item

The circular box and conforming cover carved in realistic detail, with grainy texture and undulating bark-like sides, overall glazed or stained in a dark molasses color, the interior lid fitted with a ruched paper in a blue and white pattern, the base similarly lined with corresponding paper.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, no losses or marks evident to exterior or interior of box, some scratches to bottom, as to be expected with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1120-5261stDibs: LU1075826053392

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