Chinese Export Lacquer Tea Caddy

Description:

Chinese Export Lacquer Tea Caddy, first half 19th century, octagonal, domed lid, interior with two caddies, body depicting chinoiserie-style landscape scenes and gilded floral and foliage motifs, on scrolled paw feet, ht. 6 1/4, wd. 10 1/4, dp. 8 in.
Estimate $600-800

Age typical even age wear and light and scattered abrasions to edges. Single split to top panel.


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