λ A Chinese export black lacquer sewing box, of curved octagonal form, decorated in gilt with panels of figures, pagodas and dragon borders, the hinged lid enclosing a divided interior, with a lift-out central tray, with a silk pink cushion and carved ivory utensils and implements, including: reel holders, needle cases, clamps and a thimble, flanked by a pair of lidded compartments, above a drawer with further divisions, with side carrying handles, on carved giltwood dragon feet, first half 19th century, 16.5cm high, 34 cm wide, 25cm deep. Provenance: Antigone Clarke & Joseph O'Kelly.