Courtyard Tales Red Double Tiered Wedding Basket with Lock

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"About This Piece About This Piece This antique red lacquer wedding or gift basket beautifully merges artistry with function. Crafted … Read more "About This Piece About This Piece This antique red lacquer wedding or gift basket beautifully merges artistry with function. Crafted with two stacked woven compartments and secured by its original locking pin, it exemplifies the traditional Chinese tiered “wedding basket” form once used for presenting offerings or dowry gifts. Each tier features woven bamboo panels framed in warm lacquer and decorated with gold scrollwork, while the lift-off lid displays a hand-painted courtly scene of scholars and attendants in a garden pavilion. The basket’s sculpted handle, painted with delicate floral and grape motifs, adds both strength and elegance. The aged lacquer finish glows with a soft patina, enhancing its sense of heritage and craftsmanship. Perfect as a decorative centerpiece or collector’s display, this double-tiered basket embodies a timeless story of artistry, celebration, and the cultural beauty of gift-giving traditions. Read more Era & Provenance Era & Provenance Age: Antique Origin: China Shipping & Returns Shipping & Returns Each piece is unique with natural variations in age and appearance that add to its character. Every order ships fully insured and handled with care, with white-glove service available nationwide. Exclusively Ours & Expertly Curated Exclusively Ours & Expertly Curated Each piece is hand-selected for rarity and character Professionally delivered, expertly handled Personal guidance from our in-house team Trusted by collectors and designers since 1962 Ref #: YN8479 Dimensions: 8.0"" x 13.0"" x 18.0""H" See less