Lot 41: A Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Style Lithographed Tinplate Waste Paper Bin
A cylindrical waste paper bin constructed from lithographed tinplate, likely of United Kingdom manufacture. The exterior is decorated in a Chinoiserie style, featuring a bird perched on a branch amidst pink and white blossoms against a dark olive green ground. The interior is finished in a contrasting red-orange lacquer. The interior rim features a vertical inscription of four characters in gold-coloured East Asian script.
Dimensions: [Measurements not provided].
Condition report:
The item is in fair vintage condition. There is a prominent dent located on the upper side wall. General surface wear, minor paint loss, and scratches are present throughout the body and along the rims, consistent with age and utilitarian use.
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