Jewellery box - Wood

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Wooden black-lacquered chest with dragon and phoenix motifs in Kodansu style, crafted in China circa 1900–1910, 30 × 30 cm base and 25.5 cm height, weighing 1200 g, with brass fittings and mother-of-pearl inlays, interior lined with ideograms.

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A distinctive SCRIGNO - jewelry box in KODANSU style, handcrafted in CHINA in the 1900s/1910s. Wooden structure, black lacquered with decorations of Dragons and Phoenixes. Finished with lacquers and mother-of-pearl inserts, corner guards and brass closures with artistic engravings. Interior lined with upholstery featuring printed ideograms. Dimensions 30 x 30 cm and height 25.5 cm. Excellent condition. Worldwide shipping.

A distinctive SCRIGNO - jewelry box in KODANSU style, handcrafted in CHINA in the 1900s/1910s. Wooden structure, black lacquered with decorations of Dragons and Phoenixes. Finished with lacquers and mother-of-pearl inserts, corner guards and brass closures with artistic engravings. Interior lined with upholstery featuring printed ideograms. Dimensions 30 x 30 cm and height 25.5 cm. Excellent condition. Worldwide shipping.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1200 g
Country of origin
China
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
25.5 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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Objects sold
Private

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