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Lacquer hexagonal tea caddy from China, an antique dating to 1910–1920, with gilt-hand-painted peony motifs on black lacquer, dimensions 20 cm high × 9 cm wide × 19 cm deep, weight 100 g, in excellent condition; title: lacquer tea caddy.
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fine Chinese hexagonal black lacquered papier-mâché tea caddy
Elegantly formed with a fitted cylindrical cover, the lightweight body is decorated on two opposing sides with large hand-painted peony blossoms outlined in gilt, accompanied by butterflies and leafy branches against a rich black lacquer ground. The remaining panels are left plain, creating an attractive contrast that highlights the floral decoration.
Peonies have long been regarded in Chinese art as symbols of prosperity, wealth and honour, while butterflies represent happiness and longevity. The elegant hexagonal form, refined hand-painted decoration and traditional symbolism make this an attractive decorative object as well as a practical tea caddy.
Dimensions:
* Height: 20 cm
* Width: 9 cm
* Depth: 7 cm
* Weight: 100 g
Condition:
Overall good antique condition. There are visible losses and wear to the black lacquer and painted decoration, particularly along the edges and raised areas, together with minor scuffs and age-related wear consistent with use. The cover fits well. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
fine Chinese hexagonal black lacquered papier-mâché tea caddy
Elegantly formed with a fitted cylindrical cover, the lightweight body is decorated on two opposing sides with large hand-painted peony blossoms outlined in gilt, accompanied by butterflies and leafy branches against a rich black lacquer ground. The remaining panels are left plain, creating an attractive contrast that highlights the floral decoration.
Peonies have long been regarded in Chinese art as symbols of prosperity, wealth and honour, while butterflies represent happiness and longevity. The elegant hexagonal form, refined hand-painted decoration and traditional symbolism make this an attractive decorative object as well as a practical tea caddy.
Dimensions:
* Height: 20 cm
* Width: 9 cm
* Depth: 7 cm
* Weight: 100 g
Condition:
Overall good antique condition. There are visible losses and wear to the black lacquer and painted decoration, particularly along the edges and raised areas, together with minor scuffs and age-related wear consistent with use. The cover fits well. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
100 g
Title additional information
lacquer tea caddy
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
China
Material
lacquer
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
20 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920, 1980-1990
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