A Chinese Export Lacquered and Gilt Sewing Box

19th century, black lacquered box hand painted in gold with Chinoiserie landscapes bordered by flowers, Buddhist treasure symbols, and butterflies, box has a hinged cover that opens to reveal a divided tray with some areas fitted with covers, comes together with a key.

6 x 14 1/2 x 11 in.

Cracking and warping to lacquer decoration; some losses to edges; interior dividers and boxes not aligned.