Large Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Lobed Box With Dragons & Phoenix

Very high quality large antique Chinese red lacquer box. This rich red lacquer box is hand decorated with fine sgraffito work, the top portrays the eternal fight between a five clawed Imperial dragon and blue phoenix, whilst the sides have floral, leaf & scroll designs with a repeating black symbol for longlife amongst a profusion of the lotus flowers.No markings.Early 20th CenturyCondition is excellent for this age and type of piece. A remarkably well-preserved example from this period that is of a size rarely found. Great centre piece for a table, console or dresser.Some very minor loss at edges.5.1 pounds16 3/4" x 15 1/2" x 4 1/4" tall.5.1 pounds.