Chinese Teak Jewelry Box

This is a jewelry box (I think) that is made out of teak, at least to the best of my knowledge.  It has very detailed relief carving on the top and all 4 sides, even the feet have some detail.  It was brought back from Amoy, China by a relative who was Vice Consul in 1902.  It has been in my family ever since.  It is kept in a wooden outer carrying box that has some Chinese writing on it, I have yet to be able to translate it.  There is also some writing on the bottom of the box itself.  The dimensions are 4 3/4" x 5" x 8 3/4".  It is lined with red velvet, and has a lift-out tray, also lined with red velvet.