Description:

Chinese Black Lacquer Writing Box, 19th Century, with gilt and painted decorations depicting chinoiserie figures among landscapes, the lid opening to a red velvet writing surface and various pigeonholes.

Measurements: Height: 8 1/2 in. x Width: 19 in. x Depth: 11 in.

Condition:

Fair condition, cracks and losses to lacquer surface, wear to painted decoration, writing surface unattached and split at center, wear to velvet, wear, losses and repairs to edges, water stains on top of lid.