This antique shard box features a beautiful design of Chinese vases, lotus flowers, pomegranates, and fruit. It measures approximately 5" x 5.5" and is 2" deep at its tallest point. The box is in excellent condition without any chips or cracks. The silver base has developed a natural patina over time, adding to its charm and history as a treasured piece.

History of Shard Boxes

During the Chinese cultural revolution, it was illegal to keep antique porcelain at home. As a result, many collectors broke their pieces and threw them away. After the revolution, store owners collected the broken pieces and revived them by wrapping them with silver strips and creating a box with a silver base.