Chinese Food Carrier, Late Qing

A Chinese food carrier with a bamboo and wicker weave dating from the late Qing dynasty. The carrier has 3 compartments with top lid. Brass fittings on handle with 2 characters carved on each side.

Dimensions: 18 inches diameter X 29 inches tall; 45.7 cm diameter X 73.7 cm tall. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: Wear to the metal; water damage and cracking on the bottom.

Provenance: From a collection in Northern Virginia.