Qing Ceremonial Wedding Dowry Box

Description: Item/Description: 19th-century Chinese Qing tiered wedding or picnic box designed for transporting ceremonial food dishes or personal dowry items. Heavy, dark-patinated wood frame built with multiple stackable compartments secured beneath an overhead carrying handle. Top crossbar and handle supports are embellished with hand-carved scrolling brackets and openwork aprons retaining remnants of traditional red lacquer highlights, while the chest boundaries are reinforced by dense rows of industrial iron studding and metal corner brackets. Material: Wood, Iron, Lacquer Dimensions: Length: 14 3/4"; Width: 20 1/4"; Height: 23" Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include significant wear, paint and lacquer loss, surface splintering, cracking, oxidation, patina, and surface wear. Structural integrity of the interlocking stacking system remains intact. Age: c. 1850-1900 Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $65 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 711 Buyers premium: 23%

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