Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Architectural Doors or layered to add a

or layered to add a bold splash of colour to both casual and formal outfits

60 x 2 x 90 (w x d x h cms)

But even without candles they look very decorative on a wall

Type: Traditional takhat (daybed)

firing imperfections and historic surface marks consistent with age and use

Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Architectural Doors or layered to add aThis style of chinoiserie was made in Canton for export to wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. These pieces are fragile pieces of history and are usually found damaged however the condition of this piece is outstanding. This sewing box has been checked over in our workshop and small