Vintage Lacquer Jewellery Box From Peking Small Boxes Decoration: Hand-engraved foliate and geometric

Decoration: Hand-engraved foliate and geometric motifs

It is beautifully patinated and has been carved from one piece of wood

The gently domed lid is finished with an incised floral medallion

This particualr piece has seven drawers and a storage locker

Once likely a child’s toy

Vintage Lacquer Jewellery Box From Peking Small Boxes Decoration: Hand-engraved foliate and geometricThis beautiful lacquered pot is painted with a dragon on a red background flying through clouds and chasing after a jewel. In Chinese art the dragon represents protection while the clouds represent wisdom and heavenly blessing. Red is often associated with happiness. From China 19 x 14 x 8. 5 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 7. 50 More delivery options available on checkout