£800 - £1,200
LARGE CHINESE EXPORT HUANGHUALI TEA CHEST
MID-QING DYNASTY
with brass side carrying handles and line inlaid decoration, the hinged lid opening to reveal four fitted pewter tea cannisters
31cm high, 51cm wide, 34.5cm deep
Of country houseworn appearance. Some of the line inlay is missing. The pewter caddies are a little knocked and worn with compression to the tops and sides; one with some splits to the top edge. Old marks and wear commensurate with age and use.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
30% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
33.6% inc VAT*