Mid Qing Dynasty Of rectangular form fitted with a pair of bail handles at both ends and mounted with metal fittings at the edges, the cover hinged to the lower section, the front with a ruyi lock plate, painted overall in lustrous dark-brown lacquer and inlaid with hardstone and mother-of-pearl to the exterior depicting magpies and butterflies amidst rocks and plants. 42cm (16 1/2in) wide.