Box, gold lacquer, in shape of sampan, on the sail of which appear symbols in red and black amid black clouds. The sampan is loaded with barrels and bags. A piece of coral represents the top of the mast, and metal threads are used for ropes.

Incense box in the shape of a treasure ship, 19th century

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Incense box in the shape of a treasure ship
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Accession Number
31.51.29a,b
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Box, gold lacquer, in shape of sampan, on the sail of which appear symbols in red and black amid black clouds. The sampan is loaded with barrels and bags. A piece of coral represents the top of the mast, and metal threads are used for ropes.