19th Century Chinese Export Painted Leather Trunk
The exterior is finished in a deep green lacquer ground with gilt floral scroll decoration. Each side is inset with hand-painted panels depicting birds and floral motifs, executed in a delicate traditional style.The box features metal lock hardware and side handles, and is accompanied by a fitted wooden display stand. The interior is plain, suitable for storage of jewelry, documents, or small personal items. Total Height from base to top of the box: 21 inches. box size: 29 x 17 x 11.5 (H) inches.
Condition
Overall good antique condition with age-appropriate wear.Surface wear, minor rubbing to gilt decoration, and natural aging to the painted panels.
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The exterior is finished in a deep green lacquer ground with gilt floral scroll decoration. Each side is inset with hand-painted panels depicting birds and floral motifs, executed in a delicate traditional style.The box features metal lock hardware and side handles, and is accompanied by a fitted wooden display stand. The interior is plain, suitable for storage of jewelry, documents, or small personal items. Total Height from base to top of the box: 21 inches. box size: 29 x 17 x 11.5 (H) inches.
Condition
Overall good antique condition with age-appropriate wear.Surface wear, minor rubbing to gilt decoration, and natural aging to the painted panels.
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
