Chinese tianqi lacquer dragon box and cover

Possibly Ming (Wanli) Dynasty (16th/17th c.), of square shape with lobed corners, decorated in Tianqi and qiangjin lacquer technique on a red ground, the cover depicting a writhing five-clawed dragon amid clouds, flower scrolls on the sides, black lacquer interior, 3"h x 6"squ
Condition: Fair, cracks and possible old repairs on two corners of lid, small scattered lacquer losses, craquelure on box interior and underside **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.