A Chinese Export Lacquered and Gilded Tea Caddy
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Description
mid-19th century, the heavily gilded lacquered box with a processional scene amid temples on the lid and sides, the pewter liner engraved with immortals and ruyi clouds, handles on both sides of exterior and key hole on front panel, initials of consigner's family ancestor US Naval Officer Samuel Thomas, decorate interior box lid.
8.25 x 13.25 x 10.25 in.
Collection of John Sylvester, Durham, NC
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8.25 x 13.25 x 10.25 in.
Collection of John Sylvester, Durham, NC
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Condition
Cracking and lifting of lacquered exterior surface; warping and pushes to interior pewter box and liner.
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A Chinese Export Lacquered and Gilded Tea Caddy
Estimate $25 - $25,000
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