Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Case

Name: Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Case
SKU: as272a9016
Price: 325.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Our Stock # 25857

This is an antique calligrapher's pen box. An Oriental, lacquered papier-mâché quill case in Chinoiserie taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Fascinating pen case with a pleasingly decorative lid scene
Displays a desirable aged patina and in lightly time-worn order
Deep black lacquer applied upon papier-mâché
Gilt coloured lacquer adds an attractive hue
Lid adorned with a quartet of figures and background detail
Opens to a three division interior, with a pen division and smaller nib section

This is a delightful antique calligrapher's pen box, with a charming Oriental figural scene to the lid, and a usefully divided interior. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 20cm (7.75'')
Max Depth: 6cm (2.25'')
Max Height: 3cm (1.25'')

Main Division Width: 19cm (7.5'')
Main Division Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Main Division Height: 2cm (.75'')

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£325.00

$443.76

€373.33

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