Age: Qing dynasty

Description: A Chinese molded gourd cricket cage box decorated with two horses in a landscape. Hardwood cover with lotus seed pod form lid. Interior brass wire-work cricket restrainer.

Size: 5", 12.7cm

Provenance: From a private New York home

Condition Report: A Chinese gourd cricket cage, Appears to be in good condition, the gourd portion appears to have had some separation and cracks which may have been restored (photos will be provided) and it is highly likely that the wood additions at the top of the gourd have been replaced. The cap has some damage on the interior rim with a loss of approximately 1cm to the wood, normal wear to the surface commensurate with age. PLEASE REQUEST ADDITIONAL PHOTOS OR A CONDITION REPORT AS NEEDED.

The absence of a condition report does not imply good or bad condition however a condition report may be requested as additional information about any lot. Please understand that any statement about condition is provided to a prospective buyer as a courtesy and a prospective buyer is encouraged to have a professional restorer or art conservator evaluate lots and their respective condition to make sure they meet any particular expectations. All lots are sold as-is where is. Please note this Sale is conducted in USD. All Canadian customers will have the option of paying the CAD equivalent.