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Highly Decoratve Early 20th Century Chinese Hardwood & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Box
LVS Decorative Arts
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LVS Decorative Arts

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Highly Decoratve Early 20th Century Chinese Hardwood & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Box

1900 - 1920
Description

A highly decoratve early 20th century (circa 1910) Chinese hardwood & mother of pearl box.

This box consists of an inlaid top with circular mother of pearl inlaid design depicting a dragon in a scene of clouds with an outer border of geometric and foliate design with foliate and butterfly decoration beyond.

The top opens to reveal a storage space, the front, sides and back with inlaid panels of landscape designs, the box can be locked with the original key.

The dragon is symbolic of courage and confidence and represents success and ambition, the butterfly symbolic of love, freedom, romance and beauty.

This box is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home - this would be ideal for storing jewellery or other precious items!

Size:

Height: 4.75'' / 12cm

Width: 11'' / 28cm

Depth: 11'' / 28cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Chinese Inlaid Hardwood Box to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1070454
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS1420
Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Description
A highly decoratve early 20th century (circa 1910) Chinese hardwood & mother of pearl box.

This box consists of an inlaid top with circular mother of pearl inlaid design depicting a dragon in a scene of clouds with an outer border of geometric and foliate design with foliate and butterfly decoration beyond.

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The top opens to reveal a storage space, the front, sides and back with inlaid panels of landscape designs, the box can be locked with the original key.
LVS Decorative Arts
fig 1. A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs.
fig 1. Highly Decoratve Early 20th Century Chinese Hardwood & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Box

The dragon is symbolic of courage and confidence and represents success and ambition, the butterfly symbolic of love, freedom, romance and beauty.

This box is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home - this would be ideal for storing jewellery or other precious items!

Size:

Height: 4.75'' / 12cm

Width: 11'' / 28cm

Depth: 11'' / 28cm

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Chinese Inlaid Hardwood Box to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1070454
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS1420
LVS Decorative Arts
LVS Decorative Arts
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the LVS Decorative Arts Profile Page

Trade Associations

LVS Decorative Arts is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs.

Highly Decoratve Early 20th Century Chinese Hardwood & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Box

Archive II A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View II
Archive III A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View III
Archive IV A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View IV
Archive V A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View V
Archive VI A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View VI
Archive VII A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View VII
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Archive X A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View X
Archive XI A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs. View XI
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A square dark hardwood box decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay featuring a central dragon motif inside a circular frame surrounded by corner floral designs.
Highly decoratve early 20th century Chinese hardwood & mother of pearl inlaid box
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These boxes typically feature dense tropical hardwoods decorated with finely cut mother-of-pearl inlay depicting traditional motifs such as dragons, flora, and fauna, reflecting craftsmanship from the late Qing Dynasty to the Republic period.

Craftsmen predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as Zitan or Hongmu rosewood, paired with iridescent nacre harvested from sea shells to create intricate flush inlay designs.

Authentic pieces feature individual shell fragments cut and set by hand into precisely carved recesses in the timber, displaying natural colour variation and light refraction rather than uniform synthetic sheets.

Position the box as a focal styling accent on a sideboard, coffee table, or bookshelf to add texture, historical depth, and rich dark wood tones to contemporary living spaces.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and keep the item away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity fluctuations, and harsh chemical cleaners to prevent shell lifting and timber warping.
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