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A RARE LARGE MING CARVED BLACK TIXI LACQUER CIRCULAR BOX AND COVER
MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
The top surface of the cover is carved in deep relief with bands of ruyi scrolls radiating from a central stylised flower-head, the scrolls extending to the gently curved sides of the cover and box, the base and interior lacquered black (some restoration)
15 in. (38 cm.) diam., box
MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
The top surface of the cover is carved in deep relief with bands of ruyi scrolls radiating from a central stylised flower-head, the scrolls extending to the gently curved sides of the cover and box, the base and interior lacquered black (some restoration)
15 in. (38 cm.) diam., box