A 'HUANGHUALI' DOCUMENT BOX QING DYNASTY

of rectangular form, enclosing two long drawers secured with a rectangular metal lockplate with sliding fastener, further metal mounts of quatrefoil escutcheons for drawer pulls and bail handles set to either side of the box, ruyi-form mounts to the top and strap-metal mounts to the reinforce the sides

Collection of William O'Donnell (1924-2013), Los Angeles, California.
Collection of F. Bailey Vanderhoef (1913-2008), Ojai, California, acquired circa 1965-69.

The case has replaced metal mounts. There are small filled holes to a panel indicating the use of re-used timber. The central metal mount at the top implies that the case may have been used as a support. There is general consolidation, minor repairs and wear consistent with age and use. Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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