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A Boxwood Toggle, Mid – Late 19th Century
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Inventory No: 10315

price: $480


A Boxwood Toggle, Mid – Late 19th Century

A Boxwood scenic toggle, carved from a solid piece of boxwood in square form of a veranda with incised decorated domed canopy, back wall, side railing and rock foundation with front steps, containing a woman free standing on center wearing a long sleeved robe flanked by two standing boy attendants, one holding a fan, the other behind a stool holding a vase, the roof with one hold on center for the cord attachment. The hidden meaning of this scene is “Zhu Ping An”, which means “wishes you safe”.

Excellent condition and patina.

Height: 1 3/4 inch (3.5cm)