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19th Century Black Lacquered Jewellery Box
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for sale €930     $1,010
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19th Century Black Lacquered Jewellery Box

19th century
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19th century chinese black lacquered jewellery box circa 1860.

Good quality shaped chinese jewellery box with overstuffed top cushion.  hand painted in gold leaf on all surfaces, with the main feature being on the front.  original decorative metal lock plate and edging to corners.

Hinged lid opens to reveal a reflective mirror on the underside of the lid and a compartment tray with further hand painted decoration.  this tray lifts out to reveal further storage underneath.

Expected minor losses to lacquer work.  lock clasp does close and re-open by pulling firm on the button but no key present. Covering to cushion in need of replacement but illustrates well the ideal colour it should be. 1 small loss to metal corner decoration.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Lacquered Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA886318
Dealers Internal Reference
MK101
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Description
19th century chinese black lacquered jewellery box circa 1860.

Good quality shaped chinese jewellery box with overstuffed top cushion.  hand painted in gold leaf on all surfaces, with the main feature being on the front.  original decorative metal lock plate and edging to corners.

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Hinged lid opens to reveal a reflective mirror on the underside of the lid and a compartment tray with further hand painted decoration.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

  this tray lifts out to reveal further storage underneath.

fig 1. A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top.
fig 1. 19th Century Black Lacquered Jewellery Box

Expected minor losses to lacquer work.  lock clasp does close and re-open by pulling firm on the button but no key present. Covering to cushion in need of replacement but illustrates well the ideal colour it should be. 1 small loss to metal corner decoration.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Lacquered Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA886318
Dealers Internal Ref
MK101
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Trade Associations

Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top.

19th Century Black Lacquered Jewellery Box

Archive II A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View II
Archive III A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top. View VII
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Suffolk
IP14 6QS
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A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top.
19TH CENTURY BLACK LACQUERED JEWELLERY BOX
Ref: SA886318
A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box decorated with gilded botanical motifs, an ornate brass clasp, and a pale blue padded silk top.
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  • ObjectJewellery Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinoiserie
  • MaterialLacquered Wood, Brass, Silk
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsBotanical gilding, padded silk cushion, ornate brass escutcheon
  • SizeH 17.8 cm (7 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 21.5 cm (8 in)

This nineteenth-century Chinese Chinoiserie jewellery box is made from black lacquered wood embellished with hand-painted gold leaf botanical motifs. The piece sits on a bedside table and measures 17.8 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 21.5 cm deep. The exterior features a pale blue patterned silk cushion top with minor staining, an ornate brass escutcheon with a lock plate, and decorative metal corner brad plating. The hinged lid opens to reveal an internal compartment tray and a reflective mirror on the underside. Surface wear includes expected minor losses to the black lacquer finish and a small loss to the metal corner decoration, while the lock clasp operates by pulling the button without an accompanying key.

FAQs

A 19th-century black lacquered jewellery box is a decorative storage chest featuring layered sap resin coatings, often inspired by East Asian techniques. During the Victorian era, these pieces were popular import items and local adaptations showcasing Chinoiserie artwork and gilded decoration.

These boxes were constructed with a softwood or hardwood core, sealed with tree resin lacquer, and decorated with metal leaf or gold paint. Hardware typically consisted of cast or stamped brass plates, hinges, and lock mechanisms, while interiors and lids often incorporated silk or velvet padding.

Authentic period pieces exhibit natural age-related craquelure within the varnish, hand-cut brass fittings with minor irregularities, and period-correct joinery such as fine dovetails. Genuine lacquer displays depth and weight distinct from modern acrylic or synthetic finishes.

Place the box on a dressing table, sideboard, or bedside console to add historical contrast against contemporary surfaces. Its dark finish and gilded details complement curated vignettes featuring ceramics, books, and metal accent pieces.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity shifts, and central heating sources to prevent wood movement and lacquer cracking. Clean the lacquered surfaces gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid water or solvent cleaners on silk elements.
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