Bead box
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumRed and gold lacquered leather
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 × 8 inches (6.03 × 20.32 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-708/2
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DescriptionRound leather box; red lacquered pressed fret design, gilded. Top has fret work pattern with three oval medallions enclosing birds and animals. Sides have a honeycomb pattern.
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late 17th-early 18th century
32-202/3 B
