Chinese Export Black Lacquer Papiermache Tray - Early 19thC Damchiya Sideboards Its versatile proportions allow it

Its versatile proportions allow it to be displayed either in portrait or landscape orientation

it's brass bound and dates from the mid 19thC

70 x 29 x 42 (w x d x h cms)

5 inch 90 hours burning time

Chinese Export Black Lacquer Papiermache Tray - Early 19thC Damchiya Sideboards Its versatile proportions allow itGilt black lacquer Chinese exportware was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. Black lacquer export sewing kits and games boxes were also made. These pieces are a fragile piece of history and are usually found damaged. This tray is in exceptionally good condition, has minimal wear on