A Lacquer and Brass Box

Of rectangular form, the chest is decorated with various panels in gold and black depicting landscapes with figures, birds and pagoda, the lid decorated with various immortals fighting with swords and Ji (staff weapon) the hinged cover with a brass lockplate with an applied swastika emblem and cloud-shaped hasp. The interior decorated in gold and black on a red ground with a cartouch depicting a garden-scene with lady sitting at a table and two small dogs.

Condition: some wear and cracking in the lacquer consistent with age