Chinese 16th Century Ming Dynasty, Wanli Mark and of the Period (1573-1620), blue and white porcelain box: the rectangular form decorated with floral sprays to the exterior, on a lotus motif splayed foot; the interior with eight compartments; the (later replacement) cover of matching design; base with some chips, losses and firing flaws; L 7 7/8"

Provenance: Estate of Roy and Ilse Byrnes, San Juan Capistrano, CA; Acquired by present owner from I.M. Chait Gallery November 24th, 2013 Lot 194