Red Lacquer Box
CultureChinese
Date20th century
MediumLacquer, leather, and Kingfisher feathers
DimensionsOverall: 2 1/2 × 7 3/4 inches (6.35 × 19.69 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Jacob L. Loose
Object number34-237/3
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DescriptionCircular box with hole in the center; hinged top; red and gold lacquer design in relief on top and sides. For mandarin chains.ProvenanceElla Clark Loose (Mrs. Jacob L. Loose, 1860-1945), Kansas City, MO and Washington, DC, by 1934 [1];
Her gift to The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO, 1934.
[1] Ella Loose was noted for her jewelry collection; many objects were purchased during her frequent travel overseas. For more information, see The Sunday Star Washington D.C., March 29, 1936, p. E4.
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