Lot Essay
Compare with a circular box and cover that is similarly carved, sold in Christie's Hong Kong, 30 May 2012, lot 4225.
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MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
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A TIXI LACQUER CIRCULAR BOX AND COVER
MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
The top of the cover is deeply carved through layers of black and red lacquer, with bands of 'pommel scrolls' surrounding a small flower head to the centre. The sides of the box are similarly carved.
7 1/8 in. (18.3 cm.) diam.
MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
The top of the cover is deeply carved through layers of black and red lacquer, with bands of 'pommel scrolls' surrounding a small flower head to the centre. The sides of the box are similarly carved.
7 1/8 in. (18.3 cm.) diam.
Sale room notice
Please note the estimate for this lot should read £10,000-15,000.
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Alexis Yuen
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