Figural Scene Lacquer Box Top from Early China
Early Chinese lacquer ware box top decorated with figural scene, 15 cm x 18 cm approx
Rustic Chinese Elm Rice Storage Box
A Chinese elm floor box. Reputedly for rice storage, a rustic lidded box with simple framed panels to all sides, rounded to the edges and extending to short feet. Height 50 cm. Length 97 cm. Width 88 cm
Japanese Salmon Sea Coral Cabochon (10cts) in Box
Unset Japanese salmon sea coral cabochon (10cts) in box
Japanese Miniature Scales with Tortoise Shell Tray and Box
A set of Japanese miniature scales, tortoise shell tray, hand held by bone measuring bar, in a fitted box. Length 23 cm
Gold and Silver Japanese Lacquer Box
A Japanese lacquer box, 18th / 19th century, decorated with flowers and foliage in gold Takemie, and Takemakie on gold Nashiji ground with silver rims. Height 3.2 cm. Width 9 cm. Depth 8 cm
Japanese Lacquer Box with Inlaid Flowers and Mother of Pearl
A Japanese lacquer box, 19th century, decorated with Takemakie foliage and mother of pearl, inlaid flowers against a gold ground and Nashiji, interior, height 3.8 cm. Width 8.8 cm. Depth 6.8 cm
Gold Flower Lacquer Box
A Japanese lacquer box, 19th century, decorated with stylised flowers in gold Takemakie, on black ground. Height 5 cm. Width 9 cm. Depth 7 cm
Japanese Peacock Flower Lacquer Box
A Japanese lacquer box, 19th century, decorated with peacock flowers on Togidashi and Hiramakie gold with Aogia on black ground, interior in a Togidashi Nashiji. Height 5.3 cm. Width 13.5 cm. Depth 9.8 cm
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Hexafoil Box
A Chinese hexafoil cinnabar lacquer lidded box, late 18th / early 19th century, in carved relief with peony, chrysanthemum and foliage decoration. Fine geometric decoration to base, note: some restoration to one side edge. Finial AF, diameter 15 cm.…
Bamboo Engraved Chinese Silver Box
An early 20th century Wai Kee Chinese silver lidded circular box, engraved bamboo decoration and encircling fine hammered bands, impressed marks. 180gms. Height 5.5 cm, diameter 9 cm
Burmese Zodiac Double Skinned Silver Box
A Burmese silver lidded double skinned box, the large circular box decorated with animals of the zodiac, the top decorated with spiral forms. 2050gms. 25 x 20 cm
Japanese Cloisonne Floral Lidded Box
Vintage Japanese cloisonne lidded box with floral decoration to lid, on 4 bun feet, 9 cm x 7.5 cm, 4.5 cm high approx. Provenance: Finey Collection, Sydney
Antique Indian Kutch Chased Hinged Box - 10cm
Antique Indian kutch box chased hinged box, approx 5.5 cm high, 16 cm long, 7 cm wide
Floral and Bird Lacquered Writing Box
An oriental black lacquered and floral and bird of paradise decorated writing box. 18 cm high, 46 cm wide, 27 cm deep
Elephant Ornamental Box in Oriental Silver
Oriental silver ornamental box in the form of an elephant
Chicken-shaped Oriental Silver Ornamental Box
Oriental silver ornamental box in the form of a chicken
Chinese Lacquered Document Box with Figural Scenes
A Chinese export lacquered document box, canted rectangular, the hinged cover and body painted with figural scenes, 24 cm wide
Russian Lacquer Boxes, 19th-20th Century
Two hand painted black lacquer boxes, Russian, late 19 th - early 20 th century;Both 5 cm high, 15.5 cm wide, 11 cm deep
Green and White Stone Elephant Pair on Oriental Bases
Pair of green and white stone carved elephants on oriental wooden bases in export box, elephants approx 8 cm high, 13 cm long
Edo Period Five-Tiered Jubako Box with Gold Koi Design
A Japanese five tiered Jubako box, Edo period, this five tiered stacking box Jubako is of the highest elegance of the Japanese aesthetic, the quality of which would have been reserved for only the wealthiest families and Imperial class, featuring stunning…
Japanese Lacquer Sewing Box with Ivory Contents
Japanese black lacquer sewing box with ivory contents painted in red & gilt, of rectangular octagonal form with rounded edges, one pull out compartment & on four claw feet. Condition fair to poor, some cracks & damage to one drawer, 28 x 20 x 13.5 cm
Japanese Lacquer Floral Boxes with Metal Trim
Japanese matching pair of covered boxes with metal trim & tied with silk cord, each with brown black lacquer & scrolling floral design in gilt, height 40 cm, diameter 45 cm
Chinese Gold Filigree Bracelet with Animal Motifs
Gold filigree bracelet, Chinese, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century, the delicately crafted twisted wire and granulation work bombe plaques decorated at intervals with phoenixes, squirrels and snakes completed by a concealed box clasp, length approximately…
Chinese Hardstone Brass Jewellery Box
An early twentieth century Chinese hardstone and brass jewellery box
Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Brass Lids and Handles
A rare pair of Japanese iron Tetsubin with brass lids & handles, mid Edo period, the matching kettles used for sake at wedding celebrations, the spout lined with pewter and the brass lids with a pewter knop on a maple leaf, a wooden storage box [3].…
Vietnamese Silver Box with Pictorial Decoration
A Vietnamese silver cylindrical lidded box with hand beaten pictorial decoration, 20th century. Marked 'Saigon' 'Argent' c.1940. Provenance: Private Collection of a former Australian Diplomat. Ht.
Anglo-Indian Ivory and Tortoiseshell Box
An Anglo Indian, ivory and tortoiseshell box, late 19th century, with cedar lined interior and turned ivory bun feet. Height 7.5 cm. Width 11.5 cm. Depth 9 cm
Oriental Mother of Pearl Inlay Box
An Oriental black lacquer and mother of pearl, inlay, circular lidded box, mid 19th century, the box decorated butterflies, exotic birds and foliage. Height 11 cm. Diameter 26 cm
Chinese Silver Dragon Box
An early 20th century Chinese silver lidded box, circular form, the push on lid with vacant circular cartouche framed by dragons in relief amongst clouds, conforming decoration to the body, stamped maker's marks and '85' to the base. Diameter 8 cm,163gms
Chinese Export Silver Snuff Box with Floral Engravings
A c1880 Chinese export silver snuff box, rectangular form, the lid with engraved lozenge form panel, floral highlights, curved thumb piece the hinged lid enclosing a gilt washed interior, stamped with makers' mark M K, Canton. 4.5 cm x 3 cm x 1.5 cm
Khecheong Cantonese Silver Snuff Box
A mid-19th century Chinese silver snuff box by Khecheong of Canton, machine engraved hinge lid and base, waisted sides, remains of gilt to the interior, the interior lid with makers' marks. 5.3 cm x 3.4 cm x 15. Weight 43gms
Chinese Silver Dragon Relief Box
A late 19th century Chinese silver Cumshing rectangular hinged lidded box, the lid and each panel with a single dragon in relief, plain ground, plain interior, the base punched with the maker's marks. 12 cm x 7.8 cm x 58. 262gms
1930s Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Box by Lian Chang
Chinese export Silver cigarette box, Lian Chang Circa 1930's. approx 598g & 6 cm high, 17 cm long, 9 cm wide
Japanese Lacquered Box with Kangaroo & Joey Motif & Mechanism
Japanese Concertina lacquered box with kangaroo & Joey motif being in four sections, with mechanical movements & two back supports. Condition good, minor scratches & wear consistant with age. Dimensions 8.8 x 7.5 x 5 cm
Japanese Crane Lacquer Calligraphy Set
Japanese lacquer boxed Caligraphy set. Crane decorated lid, width 24 cm (box)
Mao Pocket Watch with Box, c.1993
Chairman Mao pocket watch. Plated case. Mechanical movement. Appears operational c.1993, with original box.
Chinese Wooden Rice Box with Metal Strapping
Chinese wooden rice box with metal strapping, 36 x 36 cm, 20 cm high
Chinese Wooden Scroll Box with Metal Latch - 40cm
Chinese wooden scroll box with metal latch and handles to each end, 40 cm wide
Niello Dragon Cigarette Box from Japan
Japanese Niello ware cigarette box with dragon design, 9.5 cm high
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Lobed Box, 19th Century
A Chinese cinnabar lacquer lobed box and cover, 19th century, 15 cm diameter
Silver Shan Betel Nut Container and Cover from Burma
A silver Shan betel nut container and cover, Burma, 19th/20th century, 23 cm diameter, fitted box
Burmese Lacquered Betel Nut Box, Circa 1920
A large Burmese lacquered betel nut box, circa 1920, 28 cm diameter
Burmese Lacquered Betel Nut Box (1920)
A large Burmese lacquered betel nut box, circa 1920, 28 cm diameter
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Duck Box, 132 cm
A Chinese cinnabar lacquer shaped box decorated with ducks, 4 character impressed mark, 132 cm wide
Burmese Black Lacquer Box with Gilt Decoration (10cm)
A Burmese black lacquer circular box and cover with geometric gilt decoration, 19th century, 10 cm diameter
Miniature Chinese Teapot Collection in Velvet Box
A fine suite of miniature hardstone Chinese Teapots, a delightful collection of fifty miniature teapots, all individually crafted in differing shapes, each teapot with a tiny removable lid and all decorated with miniature incised poems, housed in the…
Indian Bone Jewel Box - Decorative Treasure Storage Container
A decorative Indian bone jewel box, approx 9 cm high, 20 cm long, 13 cm deep
Imperial Dragon Carved Hardwood Box
A Chinese hardwood box, finely carved in relief to the lid and sides with an Imperial dragon; the interior of the lid with an incised calligraphic poem. 38 cm x 20 cm x 11 cm
Chinese Carved Tobacco Box with Seated Gent
An early 20th century Chinese carved hardwood tobacco box, carved as a seated gent with robe wrapped around him, the lid as a wide brimmed hat with carved leaf detail and turned finial handle. Height 18.5 cm
Chinese Black Lacquer Box with Gilt Decoration
Large Chinese black lacquer ware box, with gilt bamboo tree and butterfly decoration,handle to one side missing and losses to lacquer, 32 cm x 25 cm x 21 cm approx
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Box, 12cm Diameter
Antique Chinese cinnabar lacquer box, 12 cm diameter approx.
18th Century Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Box
A Chinese cinnabar lacquer box and cover, 18th century. 8.5 cm diameter
Chinese Aubergine Inkstone in Fitted Box
A Chinese boxed Inkstone, the shaped duan stone of typical deep aubergine tones with a shallow well and incised script in a fitted box with incised script and seals to the face. Length 21.5 cm. Width 15.5 cm
Antique Chinese Lacquer Cake Boxes (Pair)
Pair of antique Chinese lacquer cake boxes, approx 32 cm, diameter (2)
Tibetan Agate and Turquoise Jewel Box
Tibetan circular box mounted with agate and turquoise jewels, approx 8 cm diameter
Chinese Hardwood Box with Drawers and Cover
A Chinese hardwood box with cover and drawers. (Possibly Huang Huli wood). 33 cm high, 34 cm wide, 24 cm deep
Dragon Carved Blackwood Box with Bats and Brass Handles
A vintage Chinese carved blackwood box, the hinged lid and front finely carved with dragons, mystic pearl and cloud forms, the sides with mask and scroll detail, brass swing handles, the back with bats flanking a telegraphic symbol, plinth base, the…
Chinese Tiger-Eye Carved Box
A Chinese carved tiger-eye box with cover, 8.5 cm long. Provenance: South Australia Private Collection
Chinese Hardwood Inlaid Boxes with Hardstones and Mother-of-Pearl
A pair of Chinese hardwood (possibly zitan ) boxes with inlays of hardstones and mother-of-pearl, 29.8 cm wide, 20.8 cm deep, 8.3 cm high (2).
Chinese Huanghuali Jewellery Boxes with Guilian Grain
A pair of Chinese Huanghuali jewellery boxes, with round metal clasp, attractive guilian grain, 24.5 x 15 x 9.5 cm
Chinese Garden Scene Display Plates in Original Box
A pair of Chinese display plates, decorated with a woman in a garden scene, in original box. Diameter 21.5 cm
Burmese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Inlay Decoration
Antique Burmese black lacquer ware lidded box, with inlaid gold decoration, depth 30 cm. Height 28 cm approx
Chinese Black Lacquer Box with Gilt Bamboo Decoration
Large Chinese black lacquer ware box, with gilt bamboo tree and butterfly decoration, handle to one side missing, 32 cm x 25 cm x 21 cm approx
Silver Gilt Box with Bi Disc and Amethyst Inlay
Chinese silver gilt mesh lidded box, inlaid with a green stone bi disc and amethyst coloured beads, silver makers mark to base. Height 8 cm
Gilt Chrysanthemum Japanese Lacquer Box
Large Japanese lacquer ware round lidded box, with gilt chrysanthemum and foliage decoration, diameter 39 cm approx
19th Century Japanese Lacquer Fumibako Document Box
A 19th century Japanese lacquer Fumibako document box, with flowers and Karakusa (scrolling grasses) on a ro-iro ground, 23 x 3.5 cm
Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Lacquer Box
A 19th century Chinese black lacquer box, the exterior with inlaid mother of pearl decoration depicting a garden scene, 40 x 26 cm.
Chinese Hardwood Travel Box with Brass Fittings
A Chinese hardwood travelling box with brass fittings and handles. 46 x 22 x 16 cm.
Chinese Dark Wood Box with Twin Fish Hardstone Insert
Chinese dark wood box. Twin fish jade/hardstone insert to lid. Height 6 cm. Length 13 cm
Tang-style Hardstone Horse Carving with Plinth and Box
Chinese hardstone carving. Tang style horse. Includes plinth & box. Height 14.5 cm (carving only)
Huanghuali Seal Box with Ruyi-Shaped Mounts
A small huanghuali seal box, Yinxiang, 19th/20th century of square form, the hinged canted cover lifting to reveal a shallow tray above a deep compartment, all raised on a conforming base with curvilinear front apron, with ruyi -shaped mounts to the top…
Gold Splatter Oriental Inlaid Jewelry Box
Oriental hard stone inlaid jewellery box, hand painted gold splatter
Box, plates and mounted china, approx 27 cm diameter and smaller (12)
Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Jewellery Box, Qing Dynasty
A Chinese mother of pearl inlaid hardwood and brass mounted travelling jewellery box, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, 20 cm high, 25 cm wide, 32 cm deep
Chinese Malachite Quail Box and Stands
A pair of Chinese carved malachite box and covers, carved in relief, with detachable covers, depicting a pair of quails, shuang an known to symbolize 'Peace and prosperity', with fitted carved wooden stands, 6.4 cm high including stand. Reference: for a…
Zitan Scroll Box
A small Chinese zitan covered box, the rectangular box in deep red brown tones, with stylised scroll motifs in low relief to the cover. Height 4 cm. Width 9 cm. Depth 5.5 cm
Lacquer Box with Porcelain Fruit Tree Top
Oriental lacquer ware trinket box with fruit tree decorated porcelain inserted top
Burmese Silver Betel Box with Floral Motif
A Burmese silver half circle hinged betel box, 19th century, the hand chased repousse design of floral motif with raised pearl on the lid. Used for carrying a spice to accompany the betel. Provenance: Private Collection of an Australian diplomat. Length…
Burmese Courtly Scene Lacquered Betel Nut Box
A large Burmese lacquered betel nut box, circa 1920, painted with courtly scenes including six panels with Burmese script, detailed and elaborate scenes of the King with ministers, elephants decorate the tall sides of the inner base walls, the box retains…
Burmese Lacquered Betel Nut Box
A large Burmese lacquered betel nut box, circa 1920s, painted with a continuous geometric design and four panels with Burmese script, the fine line drawing on the inner wall of the base, containing the original lacquer trays. Provenance: Private…
Thai Sukhothai Leaf-Decorated Lidded Box
A Thai Sukhothai lidded box, 13th/14th century, indented sides with bold leaf decoration Provenance: Private Collection of an Australian diplomat. Height 12 cm. Diameter 12 cm
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