Wenzhu Kui pattern Begonia style two layer box

[Wenzhu Kui Pattern Begonia Style Two Layer Box]

Wenzhu Kui Pattern Begonia Style Two Layer Box, 14.5 cm high, 22 cm vertical, and 15.5 cm wide. The old collection of the Qing Palace
The box is in the shape of a long round begonia, divided into two layers. The upper layer of the box is fastened to the mother mouth of the lid, with a flat bottom and shallow circular feet. Wooden body, with three layers of yellow stickers, decorated with deformed Kui patterns throughout the body, with a more pronounced yang rise. What makes this box remarkable is its cover frame. The cover frame is shaped like a begonia and is made of red sandalwood. The cover pattern and frame edge are inlaid with bamboo yellow, while the positive lines and flower teeth along the bamboo yellow edge retain the true color of red sandalwood. The red sandalwood is dignified, and the bamboo yellow is soft. The two complement each other, increasing its elegance and purity
This box is exquisitely inlaid, especially when the cover frame is used for large area hollowing out, which is difficult and labor-intensive, indicating the advanced technology at that time
The Qing Dynasty palace craftsmanship and technology was a period of great integration in the history of ancient Chinese craftsmanship and technology, with both inheritance and innovation, reaching an unprecedented height. However, due to the excessive emphasis on craftsmanship, it tended to become a mere show off, with a low style. This Begonia style box is not only highly skilled, but also has a noble temperament, making it rare among Qing Dynasty handicrafts