Late 19th century, having gilt chinoiserie cover decoration, brass side handles and English brass lock, lead lined interior, the lid engraved with a Far Eastern figural scene.

8 x 13 x 10 1/4 in.

The Caroline Faison Antiques Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina

Linear separation lines and loss to black lacquered finish from shrinkage; rubbing to gilt; some areas with spot retouch; lead lid and liner bent; some missing screws to locking mount and hinges.