East Asia, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. 19th century CE. A unique reed and lacquered bamboo box with a brass clasp and lid hinge. The carved wooden box, ovoid in form, rests on a wooden foot decorated with red lacquer. The exterior is adorned with a register of woven reeds covering the bamboo frame. The clasp is a simple brass catch with two loops that could fit a separate lock to secure the box's contents. Size: 8" L x 5" W x 4.5" H (20.3 cm x 12.7 cm x 11.4 cm)

Provenance: private Morrison, Colorado, USA collection, acquired 2008; ex-Asian Treasures, Denver, Colorado, USA

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#163845

Chips and losses to lacquer of top of lid and base. Losses and chips to the reed exterior. Hinge is loose. Flaking and losses to interior surfaces and discoloration. Fair condition overall.