Gilt Chinese Black Lacquer Jewellery Cabinet - Early 19thC Material - Mango Wood In original box

In original box

Large - D31 x H43cm

Please be aware that the colours may run - Wash separately in cold water

A brush used for Chinese calligraphy made from wolf hair

Gilt Chinese Black Lacquer Jewellery Cabinet - Early 19thC Material - Mango Wood In original boxThis gilt black lacquer Chinese table cabinet was made for the Chinese export market was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. Black lacquer export sewing kits and games boxes were also made. These pieces are a fragile piece of history and are usually found damaged. This jewellery