A masculine Golden Dragon and a feminine Golden Phoenix—together representing balance, harmony and completeness—fly around the top of this Chinese emerald green lacquered jewel box from the Thirties. A flaming pearl, a symbol of power, prosperity and immortality, floats between them. Peonies and other flowers decorate the box. A retracting mirror flips-up for use. Mounted with brass fittings and lined with Chinese newsprint. (3.25" x 6.5" x 4.625") bx13091c
c. 1930's
