Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, C.1920

Name: Antique Collector's Box, Chinese, Rosewood, C.1920
SKU: as272a5003
Price: 2750.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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This is an antique collector's box. A Chinese, Rosewood decorative specimen or marriage case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Oriental taste, rich in colour and detail
Displays a desirable aged patina
Select rosewood offers fine grain interest and inviting russet hues
Decorated with shaped brass plates, presenting appealing golden tones

Loop handle to top with pierced back plate displaying the 'Double Happiness' calligraphy symbol
Each decorated brass plate engraved with profuse foliate detail
Door dressed with a circular sliding pull and inset lock — key absent

Arranged as a pair of sliding drawers with brass recessed pulls
Maker's mark engraved upon base for L S Hoi of Shanghai, China

This is a charming antique collector's box, decorated with the symbolism for Double Happiness in Chinese calligraphy - often associated with marriage. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to use.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 16.5cm (6.5'')
Max Depth: 14.5cm (5.75'')
Max Height: 23.5cm (9.25'')

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$3573.90

€3305.78

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