Black Lacquer Canton Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century shawl offering a fascinating glimpse into

offering a fascinating glimpse into its past as a children's toy or ceremonial object

154 x 59 x 138 (wxdxh cms)

This Indian dowry chest has clear Portuguese influences as seen by the carved sunburst panels either side of the central doors

Function: Stool

Black Lacquer Canton Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century shawl offering a fascinating glimpse intoThis gilt black lacquer chinoiserie sewing box is in excellent condition. Made circa 1835 in Canton. Decorated in delicate gilt and black lacquer, is made in the typical style with brass swan neck handles and carved paw feet. It comes complete with its original bone contents and brass swan neck handles and working key. This style of chinoiserie was made in Canton for export to wealthy members of the British Georgian & American upper class in the Qing