This elegant, rectangular lacquer box is defined by its striking double-arched lid, which creates a sinuous, wave-like silhouette reminiscent of a traditional scholar's scroll or a miniature saddle. Coated in a lustrous black finish, the exterior serves as a dark canvas for intricate Chinoiserie-style illustrations rendered in shimmering gold and cool silver tones. The top and sides are populated by a series of narrative scenes featuring figures in traditional robes walking among pagodas, arched bridges, and stylized rock formations.

Fine, swirling scrollwork borders the top panel, framing the central landscape and adding a sense of refined craftsmanship. On the front, a weathered brass latch, shaped like a ruyi cloud, secures the lid to the base, providing a rustic contrast to the box's polished surface. When opened, the interior reveals a clean, deep-black void, echoing the sophisticated aesthetic of the exterior.

Dimensions: 18.5" x 7"x h6", inside w17.5"x d6.25"x h3"
Origin: China
Material: Wood
Condition: Handmade, variation in the detail, vintage finish, minor color chip marks


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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Handmade, variation in the detail, vintage finish, minor color chip marks

Dimensions:
Height: 6 in.
Width: 18.5 in.
Depth: 7 in.

Category: Boxes
Origin: China
Materials: Lacquer, Wood

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Location: This item ships from San Mateo, CA

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Handmade, variation in the detail, vintage finish, minor color chip marks