Large Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Lobed Box With Dragons & Phoenix

Very high quality large antique Chinese red lacquer box. This rich red lacquer box is hand decorated with fine sgraffito work, the top portrays the eternal fight between a five clawed Imperial dragon and blue phoenix, whilst the sides have floral, leaf & scroll designs with a repeating black symbol for longlife amongst a profusion of the lotus flowers.
No markings.
Early 20th Century
Condition is excellent for this age and type of piece.
A remarkably well-preserved example from this period that is of a size rarely found.
Great centre piece for a table, console or dresser.
Some very minor loss at edges.

5.1 pounds
16 3/4" x 15 1/2" x 4 1/4" tall.
5.1 pounds.