Box
CultureChinese
Dateca. 1850
MediumIvory
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/4 x 4 1/8 x 1 in. (7 x 10.5 x 2.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Rev. Moss W. Armistead
Object number87.261B
Not on view
DescriptionThe original fitted box of rectangular ivory with the top decorated with a floral and leaf border and a central cartouche with oriental figures and building. Inside fitted for each piece and covered with worn red velvet. One end of box replaced with wood.ProvenanceGift of Rev. Moss W. Armistead, Portsmouth, VA, to the Chrysler Museum of Art, 1987.
ca. 1790
ca. 1820
