CHINESE EXPORT GILT ON BLACK LACQUER BUTTERFLY-FORM TEA CADDY China, Circa 1840 Height 6.5". Width
CHINESE EXPORT GILT ON BLACK LACQUER BUTTERFLY-FORM TEA CADDY
China, Circa 1840
Elaborately decorated with vignettes of figures in interior scenes or pavilions. Carved gilt dragon's-head feet. Paktong interior with incised decoration and three compartments. Lock fitted with key.
Height 6.5". Width 14". Depth 10.5".
Condition
Scattered dents.The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact Eldred's before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.
CHINESE EXPORT GILT ON BLACK LACQUER BUTTERFLY-FORM TEA CADDY
China, Circa 1840
Elaborately decorated with vignettes of figures in interior scenes or pavilions. Carved gilt dragon's-head feet. Paktong interior with incised decoration and three compartments. Lock fitted with key.
Height 6.5". Width 14". Depth 10.5".
Condition
Scattered dents.The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact Eldred's before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.
