Antique Chinoiserie Writing Box on Stand

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A wonderful mid to late 19th century Shenwari riding box or lap desk on stand. Black lacquer with gold guilt … Read more A wonderful mid to late 19th century Shenwari riding box or lap desk on stand. Black lacquer with gold guilt raised decoration featuring thatch roofed huts, volcano, sailboats a bridge and pagodas. Greek key scroll meander decoration on the corners. The top opening to reveal a slotted section and the Interior with a wondrous dimensional decoration of peonies or chrysanthemums and a bird. The decorative panel then folding out to reveal a sloped riding surface with hinged compartments. Two in Wells and a Pen rest with well underneath. This middle section lifts out, revealing a Secret compartment.

The entire box lifts off of the custom-made stand, which features four Marborough legs. Making this piece excellent as a small table beside a chair. See less