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A beautiful matched set comprising an antique Chinese jichimu carved hardwood scroll box with a Qing dynasty floral scroll painting — a complete, ready-to-display collector's set.
The Scroll Box: Crafted in jichimu (雞翅木 — "chicken wing wood") — one of the most prized traditional Chinese scholar's hardwoods, instantly recognizable by its distinctive feathered grain pattern. The lid is carved in low relief with a dragon chasing the flaming pearl, rendered in confident, fluid carving along the full length of the lid. This carving elevates the box into a genuine scholar's decorative object.
The Floral Scroll: A Qing dynasty floral hanging scroll painting featuring delicate Chinese floral motifs. Fits perfectly inside the box and displays beautifully alongside it.
An attractive collector's set — the carved dragon box alone commands attention in any display of Chinese scholar's objects or Asian decorative arts.
| Item Details — Complete Set |
| Origin |
China |
| Period |
Qing Dynasty / Antique |
| Box Material |
Jichimu — Chicken Wing Hardwood (雞翅木) |
| Box Carving |
Dragon chasing flaming pearl — full lid length |
| Scroll |
Qing dynasty floral hanging scroll painting |
| Sold As |
Complete set — box and scroll together |
| Display |
Ready to display — scroll fits box perfectly |
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About Jichimu — Chicken Wing Wood
Jichimu (雞翅木) is one of the three great traditional Chinese scholar's hardwoods alongside huanghuali and zitan. Named for its distinctive feathered grain pattern resembling a bird's outstretched wing, jichimu was prized by Chinese literati for centuries. Genuine antique jichimu pieces are increasingly sought by collectors of Chinese decorative arts worldwide.
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Dragon Chasing the Pearl (龙戏珠)
The dragon pursuing the flaming pearl is one of the most auspicious motifs in Chinese decorative art. The pearl represents wisdom, enlightenment, and the fulfillment of wishes — making this a powerful symbol of good fortune. Its presence on a scholar's storage box reflects both aesthetic refinement and deep cultural meaning.
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Condition
Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing. Normal age-related wear consistent with antique pieces. Dragon carving on lid well-preserved and clearly legible. Scroll in display condition. Additional photographs available upon request.
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