Handcrafted Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Four Lobed Floral Accent Box GB335

  
Handcrafted Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Four Lobed Floral Accent Box GB335. This lobed, cinnabar-style lidded box is a striking example of traditional Chinese decorative art, featuring a rich, deep red exterior that contrasts sharply with its polished black interior.

The lid is dominated by a high-relief carving of a sinuous imperial dragon weaving through a dense landscape of stylized lingzhi (ruyi) clouds. The dragon is depicted with intricate scales and a dynamic, coiled posture, symbolizing power and good fortune. The box features a "four-lobed" or quatrefoil shape, often referred to as a begonia shape in Chinese art. &#######xA0;Deeply undercut relief showing the dragon&#####x2019;s head turned toward its tail, surrounded by undulating cloud scrolls.

&#######xA0;The vertical walls are decorated with a continuous band of repeating scrollwork and small floral rosettes, providing a rhythmic, textured finish. The piece emulates classic turi lacquerware, where dozens of layers of lacquer are applied and then carved. The interior is finished in a smooth, matte black lacquer, providing a clean functional space for storing small treasures or incense. The overall aesthetic balances the ferocity of the mythical beast with the soft, organic curves of the box's silhouette, making it a highly tactile and visual centerpiece. (not for food storage or serving).

Dimensions: 6" x 5.25" x h2.75 Origin:&#######xA0; &#######xA0; &#######xA0; &#######xA0; &#######xA0; &#######xA0; China Material:&#######xA0; &#######xA0; &#######xA0;Lacquer Condition:&#######xA0; handmade, rustic vintage finish, distressed marks, may have minor chip corners. &#####x200B;&#####x200B;&#####x200B;&#####x200B;&#####x200B;&#####x200B;&#####x200B. We advise you to use a reputable courier service when returning your goods. Damage Claim: Customer is responsible to report any damage within 7 days after receiving the item.

Please take photos for record and send to us. &#######xA0;All packing material should be kept for damage claim. We usually respond within 10&#######xA0;min during office hour. Deeply undercut relief showing the dragon's head turned toward its tail, surrounded by undulating cloud scrolls.

The vertical walls are decorated with a continuous band of repeating scrollwork and small floral rosettes, providing a rhythmic, textured finish.