CARVED AND INLAID HARDWOOD JEWELRY BOX.

CARVED AND INLAID HARDWOOD JEWELRY BOX. Chinese, 20th century. Possibly zitan, the surface carved with pines and inlaid with flowers and a crane in mother of pearl and soapstone. Inset plaque reading “Garden of the cranes of longevity”. The rectangular box fitted with a sliding lid. Borders carved of cloud bands. SIZE: 3-1/2″ h x 10-3/4″ l x 6-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: From the private collection of the grand-niece of the last Emperor Puyi of the Qing Dynasty and granddaughter of crown Prince Pujun. CONDITION: Very good overall with polished surfaces. 9-23984 (6,000-7,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3123	$0.00	CARVED AND INLAID HARDWOOD JEWELRY BOX. Chinese, 20th century. Possibly zitan, the surface carved with pines and inlaid with flowers and a crane in mother of pearl and soapstone. Inset plaque reading “Garden of the cranes of longevity”. The rectangular box fitted with a sliding lid. Borders carved of cloud bands. SIZE: 3-1/2″ h x 10-3/4″ l x 6-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: From the private collection of the grand-niece of the last Emperor Puyi of the Qing Dynasty and granddaughter of crown Prince Pujun. CONDITION: Very good overall with polished surfaces. 9-23984 (6,000-7,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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