Search 0
57,355  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 59 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
59 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA767091
FOR SALE
£225
Email
Save
Chinese Visiting Card Case Carved Sandalwood Cantonese Export Antique
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
for sale €263     $286
£225
Andrew Nethercott Antiques

Andrew Nethercott Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2020
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century
Relevant Links
Id #SA767091
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Chinese Visiting Card Case Carved Sandalwood Cantonese Export Antique

18th century
Description

Antique Chinese Export sandalwood visiting card case, circa 1830

Large, thick, high quality deeply carved example with well coloured glossy surface.

4,3/16" x 2,3/4" x 1/2" or 107mm x 70mm x 13mm, weight 52 grams.

In excellent condition with no significant damage or losses, small repair to the edge of fitting flange.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.7cm (4.21")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Declaration

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Carved Sandalwood Card Case to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA767091
Dealers Notes

**************************************************

Shipping / Postage cost is not included in my prices.

I ship worldwide and have much experience in international customs, packing and secure shipping.

**************************************************

Payment accepted by Electronic Bank Transfer, bank transfer or Cheque in the post .

**************************************************

**************************************

Email me

andrew.nethercott@btopenworld.com

**************************************

Description
Antique Chinese Export sandalwood visiting card case, circa 1830

Large, thick, high quality deeply carved example with well coloured glossy surface.

4,3/16" x 2,3/4" x 1/2" or 107mm x 70mm x 13mm, weight 52 grams.

“
In excellent condition with no significant damage or losses, small repair to the edge of fitting flange.
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Height
10.7cm (4.21")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
1.3cm (0.51")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Carved Sandalwood Card Case to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA767091
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Andrew Nethercott Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees.
1 / 6
Archive I A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees.

Chinese Visiting Card Case Carved Sandalwood Cantonese Export Antique

Archive II A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees. View II
Archive III A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees. View III
Archive IV A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees. View IV
Archive V A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees. View V
Archive VI A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees. View VI
Enlarged Archival View
Andrew Nethercott Antiques

Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Telephone 07855 851121
Location
Cardiff
Wales
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/andrewnethercott
Verified Since Jun 2020
Items For Sale 153
Items Sold 725
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2020
View Dealer Info
Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/andrewnethercott
Verified
Jun 2020
For Sale
153
Sold
725
A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees.
Chinese Visiting Card Case Carved Sandalwood Cantonese Export Antique
Ref: SA767091
A rectangular nineteenth-century Chinese sandalwood visiting card case featuring high-relief relief carvings of figures, pavilions, and trees.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

A Canton export sandalwood card case is a decorative pocket container crafted in southern China during the 18th and 19th centuries specifically for trade with European and American markets. These items were designed to hold personal visiting or calling cards and were noted for their dense, aromatic wood and elaborate high-relief carvings.

These cases were predominantly carved from fragrant sandalwood, ivory, tortoiseshell, or mother-of-pearl using specialized hand chisels and gouges. Craftsmen employed deep relief and undercut techniques to create multi-layered scenes containing human figures, traditional architecture, and native foliage within a compact wooden structure.

Authentic pieces feature crisp, hand-cut details with visible tool marks under magnification and natural variations in the wood grain. Genuine sandalwood retains a subtle, distinct scent over time and exhibits an aged patina with natural wear along the edges, slip lid joints, and prominent raised areas.

An antique card case can be displayed flat or on a small acrylic easel inside a glass cloche, shadow box frame, or atop a stack of design books on a desk or console. Its detailed woodwork pairs well with brass accessories, natural materials, and neutral table surfaces.

Sandalwood carvings should be kept in a stable environment away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive humidity to prevent cracking or warping. Dust should be removed gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding liquid cleaners, oils, or chemical polishes that can darken or damage the porous wood.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories