Polylobed cinnabar-red lacquer covered box decorated with figures, China, 18th - early 19th century Carved on the lid in a medallion following the lobed shape of the box, a pair of figures, one holding a fan, followed by a servant carrying an object wrapped in textile. They stand on a shore in front of a bridge spanning an expanse of lotus-filled water. Around them, rocks, a pine, a wutong and a weeping willow. In the distance, mountains in the clouds. The lobed sides of the lid and base are decorated in cartouches, bordered by friezes of leiwen, peonies, lotus flowers, plum and chrysanthemums on a background of stylized motifs. The interior and base are black lacquered. Diameter: approx. 24 cm Minor accidents and restorations.