Lot 214 , A Chinese gilt-decorated lacquer games box, mid 19th century, 37. 5 cm wide

A Chinese gilt-decorated lacquer games box, mid 19th century, 37. 5 cm wide

A Chinese gilt-decorated lacquer games box, mid 19th century, typically decorated with figures amid pavilions and trees, the interior fitted with similarly decorated boxes and gaming trays containing a large collection of Cantonese carved and engraved mother-of-pearl gaming counters, 37. 5 cm wide
£400-600

Condition:
Top one corner with slight shrinkage; base similarly with signs of light shrinkage at corners; interior covers good; pearl counters generally good; all four claw feet with grazes and are marginally incomplete.

Sold for £3,600