Kangxi reign (1661-1722), Qing dynasty, the caddy is painted with translucent enamels of the famille verte palette with fighting roosters on either side interspersed by floral panels, on bracket feet, with metal lid attached to long cork stopper.

3.5 in.

From the Estate of Mrs. Camilla Hammond Smith Strange of Annandale Farm, Gordonsville, VA and Warrenton, VA Born in Washington, D.C., Mrs. Strange was a proud member of the Society of the Lees of Virginia. Like her mother and grandmother, she had a great knowledge and appreciation of antiques and enjoyed decorating with them throughout her home.

Nicks to porcelain on edges and rim of mouth; minor chip to rim of mouth.