Lot 178: 19th C. China Trade Sewing Box

Estimate: $400 – $600

Lacquerware octagonal sewing box, c. 1850, gold and black lacquer, with intricate designs on almost every surface, Royal figures with servants, brass side handles, original lock and key, lift out fitted tray with individual compartments, with many ivory thimbles, spools, needlecases, etc., drawer below with decorated compartments, overall excellent condition, from an early Cohasset, MA estate, 6″ h, 14″ w, 9 1/2″ d.