CHINESE EXPORT BLACK AND GILT-LACQUER LETTER BOX

CHINESE EXPORT BLACK AND GILT-LACQUER LETTER BOX
CIRCA 1830
Of rectangular form with central hinged slotted lid, flanked by letter slots and a pierced case decorated overall decorated overall with conversing figures and foliage
4 in. (10 cm.) high, 10½ in. (27 cm.) wide, 6 in. (15 cm.) deep