Lot Essay
Kindly donated by Ms. Grace Wu.
(US$1,900-2,600)
(US$1,900-2,600)
THIS LOT IS TO BE SOLD FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE HONG KONG CANCER FUND
A HUANGHUALI SCHOLAR'S BOX
Details
A HUANGHUALI SCHOLAR'S BOX
17TH CENTURY
Of rectangular form, the surfaces plain except for angular ruyi-head spandrels at the corners of the cover, a circular lockplate mounted flush against the front and continuing over the beaded lip, and bail handles, the wood of a rich tone
6 1/4 x 16 5/8 x 9 1/4 in. (16 x 42.2 x 23.5 cm.)
17TH CENTURY
Of rectangular form, the surfaces plain except for angular ruyi-head spandrels at the corners of the cover, a circular lockplate mounted flush against the front and continuing over the beaded lip, and bail handles, the wood of a rich tone
6 1/4 x 16 5/8 x 9 1/4 in. (16 x 42.2 x 23.5 cm.)