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Attributed to Jiang Qianli
Small Box (He) in the Form of a Flower with Diaper PatternsQing dynasty, probably Kangxi period, 1662-1722

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Lacquerware lidded box viewed from above, hexagonal form with iridescent black lacquer ground and dense gold allover patterns, centered with a six-petal motif and chrysanthemum medallion
Lacquer box with hexagonal lobed form, viewed from above; dark ground densely covered in fine gold and polychrome floral diaper patterns, with a broad gold border framing a central recessed medallion containing scrolling vine motifs and a small circular device with dotted gold surround.

Attributed to Jiang Qianli, Small Box (He) in the Form of a Flower with Diaper Patterns, Qing dynasty, probably Kangxi period, 1662-1722, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Purchased with funds provided by the Far Eastern Art Council and Dr. and Mrs. Sam K. Lee, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Attributed to Jiang Qianli
China, active Kangxi period
Title
Small Box (He) in the Form of a Flower with Diaper Patterns
Place Made
China
Date Made
Qing dynasty, probably Kangxi period, 1662-1722
Medium
Black lacquer on wood core with mother-of-pearl inlay and gold foil trimming
Dimensions
Height: 1 3/16 in. (3 cm); Diameter: 2 3/4 in. (7 cm)
Credit Line
Purchased with funds provided by the Far Eastern Art Council and Dr. and Mrs. Sam K. Lee
Accession Number
M.87.104a-b
Classification
Furnishings
Collecting Area
Chinese and Korean Art