A Chinese Octagonal Gilt Lacquer Sewing Box

Circa 1800, the exterior finely and profusely decorated with architectural and foliate vignettes, the hinged cover opens to reveal a monogram beneath a winged griffin crest, shaped corners.

5 1/2 x 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.

Breaks and losses to edges; chips to some edges and lacquer surface; missing all four feet; no key; interior is empty.

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