Box with Hinged Lid
Original Language Title黑漆嵌銅片編藤盒 明末
CultureChinese
Date1600-1650
MediumLacquer with white brass inlay
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 × 16 1/4 × 8 1/2 inches (11.43 × 41.28 × 21.59 cm)
Credit LineGift of Robert H. Ellsworth in honor of Laurence Sickman
Object numberF85-32
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DescriptionHaving a wide base whose corners are protected by white brass ornamentation, the lid covers all sides of the box; the decoration of the top a presentation scene, white brass inlay on black-painted lacquer, a young man, attended, presents a box to a dismounted rider.
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André Charles Boulle
ca. 1685-1700 (casket); second half of 18th century (stand)
2024.49.1-2
