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Vintage Chinese Gilt Red Lacquer Leather Document Box with Dragon & Phoenix
An authentic early-to-mid 20th-century Chinese red lacquered pigskin …
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Vintage Chinese Gilt Red Lacquer Leather Document Box with Dragon & Phoenix
An authentic early-to-mid 20th-century Chinese red lacquered pigskin document box. Finely hand-painted in gilt with a detailed Dragon and Phoenix (Longfeng) central medallion, this piece was traditionally crafted as a wedding dowry or keepsake vessel.
Iconography: Centered with a celestial dragon and phoenix amidst cloud scrolls—a classic Chinese motif symbolizing marital harmony and good fortune.
Floral Details: Framed with hand-painted gilt chrysanthemums and peonies along the border and side aprons.
Label & Hardware: Fitted with a traditional brass cloud-shaped latch and retains its original red maker's shop label on the interior lid.
Dimensions:
Width: 12.5 in. (12 1/2”)
Depth: 7.5 in. (7 1/2”)
Height: 3.0 in. (3”)
Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age. Shows light wear and minor lacquer flaking at the corner edges (as pictured), adding authentic patina. Interior and hinges remain clean and fully functional.
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- Dimensions
- 12.5ʺW × 7.5ʺD × 3ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Chinese
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lacquer
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age. Shows light wear and minor lacquer flaking at the corner edges (as pictured), … moreCondition: Good vintage condition consistent with age. Shows light wear and minor lacquer flaking at the corner edges (as pictured), adding authentic patina. Interior and hinges remain clean and fully functional. less
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