Chinese Export Black Lacquer Jewellery Box - Early 19th Century Clothing Indo-Dutch Teak & Brass Chest

Indo-Dutch Teak & Brass Chest on Stand from Colonial India -18thC

Pleasure boats were mainly used for recreation by wealthy Chinese and visiting western traders and sailors

The top has worn with time

Two batons have been added recently to the interior of the lid to stop the top splitting

Chinese Export Black Lacquer Jewellery Box - Early 19th Century Clothing Indo-Dutch Teak & Brass ChestThis gilt Chinese export jewelry box is in excellent condition and decorated in delicate gilt and black lacquer. This example dates to the early 19th century. It is made in the typical form with brass swan neck handles which are classic English Regency style. The detailed gilt black lacquer work was made using the maki e technique and required a high level of technical skill. This intricate and detailed style of chinoiserie work was made in Canton for