Object
Box with plum blossom design
- Carved lacquer
- China, Qing dynasty, 17th–20th century
- Collection of National Museum of China
This portable box shaped like a flower with eight petals was painted with three colors and then carved with intricate patterns. The exterior showcases a black and green crackle glaze pattern with an apricot blossom motif carved in red lacquer on top. Inside, nine small shallow bowls are arranged in the shape of a flower, with the central circular bowl adorned with objects belonging to the eight Taoist gods and lotus scroll decoration.
