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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Lacquer: Pre 1930: Item # 1492826

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Abhaya Asian Antiques
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Mui Wo, Lantau, Hong Kong
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Rare early 20th century Yi or Bai minority lacquered box constructed from leather with the wall of the lid is bamboo. While there is some literature published on Yi lacquer there is nothing on the Bai. I purchased this piece in a Bai minority, weekly market in Yunnan near Dali around 2000. I assume this is now an extinct craft no longer being done because of the availability of cheap plastic items as well as the migration of artisans to better paying jobs in the city. Very minor lacquer losses on the edge. Excellent condition. H: 5cm/2in