Antique Chinese Wedding Basket 2-Tier Lacquered Wood Woven Bamboo Box Metal Pin

Beautiful Antique Chinese 2-Tier Stackable Wedding / Dowry Food Basket Late Qing Dynasty to Early Republic Period (Circa late 19th Century to early 20th Century) Up for sale is a stunning, authentic Chinese two-tier wedding basket featuring tightly woven split-bamboo/rattan panels set into a sturdy hand-carved wooden frame. Finished in a traditional dark red cinnabar-style lacquer, this piece showcases beautiful historical craftsmanship perfect for Asian art collectors or bohemian home decor. Complete Set: Features two stacking storage compartments, an insert tray, the main lid, and the heavy structural locking handle. Original Hardware: Includes the original hand-forged iron locking pin/needle which safely slides through the vertical slats to lock all tiers together. Ornate Carving: The vertical support structures are heavily carved with openwork reticulated filigree, geometric cloud scrolls, and floral relief accents. Traditional Joinery: The base shows historic hand-shaved support slats secured with early hand-hammered iron pins/brads (no modern screws). Beautiful brass flower washers accent the front. Excellent Antique Condition given its age and fragile materials. Weave: The woven bamboo panels are intact with no major collapses, breaks, or missing patches. Dimensions: 10” x 10” x 15” h