Chinoiserie Tea Tin

An early to mid-20th century English tea tin, likely used for tea storage, featuring striking lithographed artwork. The black lacquered surface is adorned with a finely detailed scene of a seated couple in traditional attire, set beneath a blossoming tree. Their robes are richly patterned with florals and geometric motifs, rendered in vibrant red, gold, and ochre tones. The design is framed with a classic meander and rosette border, adding a structured elegance to the ornate central illustration. Stylized kanji script and decorative flourishes enhance the cultural authenticity. This tin exemplifies the fusion of practicality and artistry seen in export goods of the era—likely dating from the 1920s to 1940s when such pieces were both household staples and collectible exports.