This exquisite mid-20th-century Chinese jewelry chest is crafted from warm-toned rosewood and features ornate brass corner brackets and cloud-shaped hinges. The front doors and side panels are inset with hand-carved celadon jade openwork plaques depicting traditional floral and bird motifs. The interior, accessed by a decorative brass "paktong" style padlock and folding key, reveals three drawers lined in vibrant red silk brocade featuring auspicious patterns. A small red and gold "Shanghai, China" maker’s plate is affixed to the reverse, marking it as a classic export piece from the mid-century period. The chest is in very good vintage condition with a rich patina to the wood and brass. The jade inserts are intact without visible cracks, and the original silk lining shows minimal wear. The brass lock and key are fully functional. Jewelry chests like this one became highly popular during the mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1970s) as "Export Art." While they utilize traditional Qing Dynasty aesthetics—such as the use of jade for purity and red lining for good fortune—they were primarily produced in workshops in Shanghai and Canton for the international market. The use of the "Shanghai, China" metal tag was a common hallmark of the state-run light industry craft guilds of that era, which specialized in preserving traditional woodworking and stone-carving techniques for a global audience. Dimensions: 18cm x 13.5cm x 11cm