Gilt Chinese Black Lacquer Jewellery Cabinet - Early 19thC Material - Mango Wood - Originally printed 1833 -

- Originally printed 1833 - 1834 - This is most likely a reprint made early 20th century

In original box

A brush used for Chinese calligraphy made from wolf hair

Largest bead dia 1cm

Please be aware that the colours may run - Wash separately in cold water

Gilt Chinese Black Lacquer Jewellery Cabinet - Early 19thC Material - Mango Wood - Originally printed 1833 -This gilt black lacquer Chinese table cabinet was made for the Chinese export market was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. Black lacquer export sewing kits and games boxes were also made. These pieces are a fragile piece of history and are usually found damaged. This jewellery