An attractive and very
rare 19th century antique Bride's blackwood circular box inlaid with abalone or
Mother of Pearl. The intricate oriental design of the
small village and the venerable eight Buddhist objects wish the
couple good health, plenty of food, (fisherman), spiritual guidance,
good fortune, and happiness. These symbols along with scrolls, flowers, leaves,
stems, and vines decorate the entire outer box. The box has individual compartments inside
and was used to keep auspicious cakes. Circa: late 18th century - early
19th century. My 1978 Hong Kong appraisal said it is most probably made
in the period of Chia Ch'ing, (1798-1820), the Emperor. This box was made for
the European market at that time.
Thank you for looking at
one of my family treasures. Hal
Diameter of box is 11.625
inches: Height of box is 4.75 inches: Weight of box is 4 pounds 10 ounces.