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A Chinese export gilt lacquered games box, 19th century,

Description

A Chinese export gilt lacquered games box, 19th century,

of canted rectangular form, painted in gilt with a mountainous scene featuring pagodas, foliage and butterflies, on carved paw feet, the interior with seven lidded compartments, similarly decorated, accompanied by a collection of mother-of-pearl gaming counters

The box 38cm wide, 31cm deep, 14cm high

Condition Report:

Small knocks and losses present to the box. The gilt decoration worn in areas. In general, in good aesthetic condition and ready for use. Large quantity of tiles.

Buyer's Premium

28%

A Chinese export gilt lacquered games box, 19th century,

Lot 0056

Estimate £300-£500

Mar 23, 2026, 3:06 PM EDT

Starting Price

Secure

£300

Open House

Mar 17, 2026 2:00 PM EDT

Stansted Mountfitchet, ESSEX, United Kingdom

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