{"product_id":"antique-chinese-cloisonne-dragon-trinket-box-late-qing-republic-period","title":"Antique Chinese Cloisonné Dragon Trinket Box – Late Qing \/ Republic Period","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exquisite antique Chinese cloisonné enamel trinket box featuring a striking yellow five-clawed dragon in pursuit of the flaming pearl. Set dramatically against a rich black ground filled with intricate, tight scrolling wirework clouds, this piece beautifully showcases the artistry and symbolism prized in late 19th to early 20th-century Chinese decorative arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted using traditional cloisonné techniques, the lid features vibrant enamel detailing and delicate brass wirework. The interior and base are finished with a classic, rich turquoise counter-enamel lining. The five-clawed dragon, historically associated with imperial symbolism and power, makes this a particularly captivating and collectible piece for admirers of Asian antiques and fine decorative boxes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique\/vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with use, handling, and storage. Typical minor surface pitting and a small spot of enamel loss on the interior lining, which is entirely characteristic of utilitarian cloisonné items from this era and authenticates its age. Please review the photos carefully for surface details and condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.25 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Ching Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48014376042548,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/4242\/7700\/files\/270261C1-E1FC-4D36-9AD7-F7C4F8849184.jpg?v=1783652624","url":"https:\/\/ichingantiques.com\/products\/antique-chinese-cloisonne-dragon-trinket-box-late-qing-republic-period","provider":"I Ching Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}