Black Lacquer Canton Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century shawl This panel was originally used

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offering a fascinating glimpse into its past as a children's toy or ceremonial object

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Black Lacquer Canton Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century shawl This panel was originally usedThis gilt black lacquer chinoiserie sewing box is in excellent condition. Made circa 1835 in Canton. Decorated in delicate gilt and black lacquer, is made in the typical style with brass swan neck handles and carved paw feet. It comes complete with its original bone contents and brass swan neck handles 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