{"product_id":"antique-chinese-porcelain-ink-paste-box-set-with-silk-presentation-case-five-dragons","title":"Antique Chinese Porcelain Ink Paste Box Set with Silk Presentation Case – Five Dragons","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"290\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful antique Chinese scholar's desk set comprising \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"228\"\u003efive porcelain lidded paste boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e housed in the original silk-covered fitted presentation case.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eEach circular box is finely decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with a traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"406\"\u003efive-clawed imperial dragon\u003c\/strong\u003e chasing the flaming pearl amongst clouds. The matching lids and bases fit neatly within the bespoke silk-lined case, complete with bone or ivory-effect toggles and an ink calligraphy label to the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eOriginally intended for holding finely ground \u003cstrong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eseal paste, pigments or inks\u003c\/strong\u003e used in Chinese calligraphy and painting, these sets were prized accessories of the scholar's studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eThe boxes remain in excellent condition with bright decoration and glossy glaze. The presentation case shows age-related staining and wear to the silk lining consistent with its age, adding to its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eA highly decorative and unusual display piece for collectors of Chinese antiques, Asian decorative arts or calligraphy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gxo92z\" data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eAntique Chinese porcelain scholar's set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mzlyz7\" data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eFive matching lidded paste boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jejaqo\" data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eBlue and white five-clawed dragon decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mgm6zl\" data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eOriginal silk-covered fitted presentation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oot1ce\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eHandwritten calligraphy label to lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b4wigu\" data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eExcellent porcelain condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fkz2in\" data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eCase with honest age-related wear and staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y5ksm9\" data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eLikely late Qing Dynasty to early Republic period (c.1890–1930), although later examples were also produced in this traditional style.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ysczx1\" data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eApproximate dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12qj29f\" data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eEach porcelain box: approximately 6 cm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y71izz\" data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003ePresentation case: approximately 20 × 13 × 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eVery good antique condition. No chips or cracks noted to the porcelain boxes. Original fitted silk case displays age-related staining, minor wear and patina consistent with age. Please refer to photographs as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northam Secondhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53399351755052,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6420\/5356\/files\/IMG_0415.jpg?v=1783121220","url":"https:\/\/www.northamsecondhand.com.au\/products\/antique-chinese-porcelain-ink-paste-box-set-with-silk-presentation-case-five-dragons","provider":"Northam Secondhand","version":"1.0","type":"link"}