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Three Chinese export gilt lacquered boxes, 19th century,

Description

Three Chinese export gilt lacquered boxes, 19th century,

each of shaped rectangular form, and typically decorated with gilt figures, flowering foliage, terminating on mythical beast or paw feet, one example with fitted pewter compartments with ivory handles,
together with a further gilt lacquered games box,
19th century, Japanese, the cover decorated with birds

Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: SB9F387B
Ivory - Important Information: This lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018.

The Japanese box 29.5cm wide, 12cm deep, 10cm high

4

Condition Report:

All with minor losses present. The gilding rubbed. The Japanese box cover does not sit flush. One example with a key present.

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Three Chinese export gilt lacquered boxes, 19th century,

Lot 0074

Estimate £200-£400

Mar 30, 2026, 2:09 PM EDT

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Mar 24, 2026 2:00 PM EDT

Stansted Mountfitchet, ESSEX, United Kingdom

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