Black Lacquer Export Canton Export Games Table - Early 19th Century Origin - Nagaland candle box

candle box

timeworn patina that enhances its character and authenticity

hand-carved floral decoration

aged painted surface

This piece is finished with hanji

Black Lacquer Export Canton Export Games Table - Early 19th Century Origin - Nagaland candle boxThis antique gilt black lacquer Chinoiserie games table dates to the early 19th century. The top is reversible to reveal a chess board and can be removed to reveal a backgammon board. It was made for the Chinese export market and was intended for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class during 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