Item Specifics:• Primary Material: Cinnabar Lacquer & Wood• Age: Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (Qing Dynasty / Early Republic Period)• Region of Origin: China• Original/Reproduction: Original Antique• Type: Covered Boxes / Scholar\'s ObjectsOverview:Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic antique Chinese hand-carved cinnabar lacquer covered box dating to the turn of the 20th century. This piece is completely hand-crafted using traditional multi-layered lacquer techniques over a wood base, resulting in a rich, deep relief carving that cannot be replicated by modern molded resin reproductions.Design & Artistry:• Lid: Features a classic scholar\'s landscape scene depicting figures traveling through a fenced garden terrace surrounded by stylized pavilions, mountains, and ancient pine trees.• Borders: Framed by a precise geometric leiwen (key-fret) diaper border on the rims.• Sides: Wrapped in highly detailed, flowing floral scrolls and leaf motifs on all four sides.• Interior & Base: Finished in its original, genuine plain black lacquer.Dimensions:• Length: 5 1/2 Inches• Width: 4 Inches• Height: 3 Inches Condition Report:This is an authentic, 100+ year-old antique and is sold in honest, as-found condition. The structural integrity is excellent, and the cover fits securely.The interior black lacquer remains well-preserved.1. There is a prominent chip/loss of lacquer on one of the lower base corners that exposes the underlying structural dark wood core.2. The black lacquered base exhibits honest, stable age-crazing and hairline cracking consistent with the natural shrinking of antique wood over time.3. Minor, negligible flea bites and edge wear are present along the interior mating rims.Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form an integral part of the description.Shipping & Handling:The box will be meticulously wrapped in layers of bubble wrap and securely boxed to ensure a safe journey to its new home. Ships fully insured with tracking. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
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