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
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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specia
...lising 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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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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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1070454
Dateline of this antique is 1910
Height is 12cm (4.7inches)Width is 28cm (11.0inches)Depth is 28cm (11.0inches)
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