Vintage Carved Wood Chinese Box with Decor Pattern, China, 1900s
Beautifully detailed hand outlets carved solid camphor Chinese box. Carved designs with characters, landscape decorations.and hand cut scroll designs. Brass hardware closure and hinges.
Camphor boxes were used for storing and carrying sillk, tea and porcelain from China to Europe in the 18 and 19th centuries. Known for its fresh fragrance, camphor wood is native to Southeast Asia. It is a natural repellent against wood-boring insects and moths, and therefore, is ideal for storage.
This is an absolutely beautiful conversation piece for an office table or any Chinoiserie home decor style.
Measures:
Approx. 7.87 x 3.93 x 4.13 in
Condition:
It's obviously an old piece. Made around the 19th century. It has some very small chips (Please review pictures) Overall beautiful piece. Inside the box are pen markings on every side (but very subtle, doesn't affect the beauty of this box.
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Product code: Vintage Carved outlets Wood Chinese Box with Decor Pattern, China, 1900s