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19th Century Chinese Hand Carved Meal Delivery and Lunch Box

$221.25
$29525% Off
£167.27
£223.6725% Off
€195.27
€261.1225% Off
CA$314.83
CA$421.8225% Off
A$319.34
A$428.3225% Off
CHF 182.35
CHF 244.5125% Off
MX$3,867.27
MX$5,175.5825% Off
NOK 2,146.70
NOK 2,872.1825% Off
SEK 2,139.58
SEK 2,864.3425% Off
DKK 1,459.67
DKK 1,952.0825% Off

About the Item

This Antique lacquered lunch box from Shan Xi, China has over 140 years history and still maintained very good condition. There are some traditional carving works on the two sides handle and shows the traditional style of Northern China's cultural. This antique lunch box is made from solid wood with hand painted lacquered finish. Full of patina. In ancient China, the Restaurant worker would take this kind of lunch box to deliver food to their wealthy customers. It is truly a wonderful collection item. Don't miss it. Size: 17 1/4in H x 17in W x 11 1/4in D Origin: Shan Xi, China Circa: 1850 - 1900 Material: Wood Condition: Solid wood construction. original condition, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos and the physical product.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the additional pictures for the detailed condition and contact us if you have any questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Pomona, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6983248369572

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