Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Clothing Iron Lantern From Rajasthan -

Iron Lantern From Rajasthan - Ca 75 Yrs Old

33 x 24 x 13 (wxdxh cms)

This is not an antique piece - it has been rather cleverly made from old reclaimed wood in China

This beautifully patinated milk pot is turned from a single piece of timber - which gives them their characteristic groves

Each of these bronze Buddha statues is hand made using techniques handed down through the generations

Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Clothing Iron Lantern From Rajasthan -This gilt black lacquer chinoiserie sewing box is in excellent condition. Made circa 1835 in Canton. Decorated in delicate gilt and black lacquer, it is made in the typical style with brass swan neck handles. It comes complete with its original bone contents and working key. This style of chinoiserie was made in Canton for export to wealthy members of the British Georgian & American upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was