Chinese Dumpling Box - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps The doors feature opposing chilong

The doors feature opposing chilong dragons

This charming black lacquer tiffin box was used for packaging up small snacks which the colonials called tiffin

ready for display

This storage bin is over 100 years old and is still in remarkably good condition

The top panel depicts two opposing Tibetan dragons guarding the cintamani (ten auspicious jewels)

Chinese Dumpling Box - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps The doors feature opposing chilongThis charming willow dumpling box is the perfect size for a small side table or coffee table for a smaller room. Incurring many years of use in Shanxi, Northern China, it has developed a wonderful patina over the years.