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Hand carved Chinese Sea Chest

By KKWukitsch, 20 April, 2008
Description

This is a chest hand carved on all four sides and top with glass over the carving on top.  The chest has a small slatted 3 inch deep "tray" connected to the lid that lifts when you open it.  The inside is lined with cedar and the outside I believe, is mahogany (very dark).  It is stamped several places on the inside with an oval stamp that says Yuan Tai Factory and many oriental symbols.  There is a closure that can be padlocked (with a thin-hasped lock) that has a design carved on it, as well.  No clue as to the value.  Should I have it formaly appraised and insured?

Category
Furniture
Medium
Wood
Distinguishing marks
stamped on inside with "Yuan Tai Factory" and oriental lettering/words
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
39" X 21" X 27"H
Date Period
purchased in China during Second World War
History
Purchased in China by God Father during Second World War
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
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