Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Architectural Doors A mother of pearl inlay

A mother of pearl inlay work mirror - from Rajasthan

It was made for the Chinese export market was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty

this pot represents both artistry and history in equal measure

60 x 2 x 90 (w x d x h cms)

Lacquer is a resin made from the sap of the Rhus verniciflua tree

Gilt Black Lacquer Chinese Export Sewing Box - Early 19th Century Architectural Doors A mother of pearl inlayThis style of chinoiserie was made in Canton for export to wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. These pieces are fragile pieces of history and are usually found damaged however the condition of this piece is outstanding. This sewing box has been checked over in our workshop and small