Lot 149 , A Chinese brass 'dragon' box, inset with a 17th/18th century jade plaque

A Chinese brass 'dragon' box, inset with a 17th/18th century jade plaque, the archaistic celadon jade plaque, carved in low relief with scrolls and phoenix heads biting lingzhi fungus, 7.7cm x 5.4cm, the brass cover of the box embossed with foliage, the sides with dragons amid clouds, 13cm wide, faults to brass box
£300-500

Condition:
The Jade plaque is a little grubby. Evidence that the floor has been reglued in position, the brass box is a little dented and misshapen in places, otherwise the box is a reasonable condition.

Sold for £400