Description: A round heavy bronze box with red paste residue on the interior and an inscription on the lid. Six characters in cursive grass script tooled into the lid 至樂莫如讀書. This translates, “The happiest thing is to study books." The box has a nice heavy weight and a nice dull gold bronze color. It may have been an ink box because the lid underside has a black residue that mostly cleaned off. Circular lathe marks are visible on both the bottom of base and the underside of the lid. MEASUREMENTS 1 7/8” (4.8 cm) diameter x ¾” (1.9 cm) tall. Weighs 2.2 oz (60 g) CONDITION There are no dents, cracks, or breaks. There is spotting from oxidization and light wear scratches over all. There is a red residue from seal paste in the box interior and black ink residue on the underside of the lid. A small scholar's object that has age and refinement. It will make a great addition to a collection. ITEM: A-2797 Larry and Bob want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and so we offer hassle free returns within 30 days. We just ask that you notify us before returning and obtain our authorization. This will ensure quick processing. For more details, please see our return policy (shown towards the top of the listing)
Price: 234 USD
Location: Tucson, Arizona
End Time: 2023-11-16T23:08:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Primary Material: Bronze
Region of Origin: China
Color: Gold
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Age: 1850-1899
