Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Cotton the frame is constructed from

the frame is constructed from pear wood and the top is pine

or as a rustic accent within both traditional and contemporary interiors

1 on handle lug

Similar examples can be found in The Furniture Museum & Matsumoto Folk Crafts Museum

Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Cotton the frame is constructed fromThis 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