J.J. Lally & Co., Oriental Art / New York City, New York
MenuPast Exhibition
Chinese Art from the Scholar’s Studio
March 13 - April 11, 2015
24.
A HUANGHUALI INCENSE BOX
17th -18th century
of circular form, the flat top and sides with beaded borders, the mouth rim of the box stepped in to support the flush-fitting cover, and the interior of the box with a slightly raised inward-angled lip.
Diameter 3 inches (7.8 cm)
The carefully crafted inward-angled rim on the interior of the box indicates that it was designed to prevent precious incense from spilling when the cover is removed.
十七－十八世紀 黃花梨圓香盒 徑 7.8 厘米
