Antique Calligrapher's Pen Box, Lacquered, Quill Case, Chinoiserie, Victorian

This is an antique calligrapher's pen box. An Oriental, lacquered papier-mâché quill case in Chinoiserie taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Fascinating pen case with a pleasingly decorative lid scene Displays a desirable aged patina and in lightly time-worn order Deep black lacquer applied upon papier-mâché Gilt coloured lacquer adds an attractive hue Lid adorned with a quartet of figures and background detail Opens to a three division interior, with a pen division and smaller nib section This is a delightful antique calligrapher's pen box, with a charming Oriental figural scene to the lid, and a usefully divided interior. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 20cm (7.75'') Max Depth: 6cm (2.25'') Max Height: 3cm (1.25'') Main Division Width: 19cm (7.5'') Main Division Depth: 2cm (.75'') Main Division Height: 2cm (.75'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote. Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation. Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.