Antique Black Lacquer Tea Box | Chinoiserie Pagoda Scene | c. 1880–1920

Description

This antique black lacquer tea box is a little jewel of the export trade era. Hand-painted in rich red and gold, the lid depicts a classic chinoiserie scene — a pagoda among palm trees — rendered in the romantic Asian aesthetic that captivated Victorian collectors worldwide.

A beautiful object on its own, it’s equally at home storing fine teas, jewelry, or small treasures. Shows honest patina and surface wear consistent with its age — the mark of a well-traveled antique.

✦ Late 19th–early 20th century

✦ Asian export / chinoiserie style

✦ Black lacquer with red and gold painted decoration

✦ Dimensions: [insert]

✦ Condition: Good antique; wear consistent with age

A striking addition to any chinoiserie collection or curated shelf.