Antique Chinese Carved Scholar’s Card Case Neiman Marcus later teaching at East St

later teaching at East St

nostalgic charm

expressive profile of poet and critic Charles Baudelaire—Manet’s contemporary and close friend—rendered with striking economy of line

Intricate foliate and scroll carving in Louis‑Philippe/Louis‑XVI revival style

The inlay and lacquer are beautifully preserved

Antique Chinese Carved Scholar’s Card Case Neiman Marcus later teaching at East StQing Dynasty, c. 18801910 A finely carved antique Chinese scholars card case featuring an intricate garden scene with figures, pavilions, and layered foliage. Objects of this type were used to hold visiting cards or small documents and were associated with the cultured life of the Chinese literati during the late Qing dynasty. Hand carved in high relief from ivory (or bone, per modern trade regulations), this piece displays exceptional craftsmanship,