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UK BOX 6 : Code EB14
18th Century
Central Tibet
144x49 h.74cm

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In the central cartouche of this "classic dragon box" is a side facing dragon, swirling amongst lotus flowers. Its mouth is open, the tongue is pointed and it seems to roar. Under the head is a claw with sharp nails clasping a round jewel. In the field is a kati rimo or lattice pattern, so popular on Chinese brocades of the Ming period. Golden scrolls, executed in raised gesso, or kyung-bur, mark the corners and flowers and clouds adorn the border. This box, with its excellent patina, has a dragon full of character and movement.