Bidspirit auction | 2 Chinese Qing Dynasty Brass

2 Chinese Qing Dynasty Brass Scholar's Ink Boxes - Group of two Chinese Qing dynasty brass scholar's ink boxes, 19th century. Each with incised poetic inscription along the lid, translating to ”If you are an ordinary person, then you can sit; if you are a blessed person, then you can sit and read books.” The larger box with a wax export seal. Accompanied by an invoice of cultural relics and antiques. (Larger) Height: 1 1/4 in x diameter: 4 1/4 in. (Smaller) Height: 1 1/4 in x width: 3 1/4 in x depth: 3 1/4 in. Condition: To each of the boxes, there is uneveness to the patina. Scattered light scratches and accretions. To the smaller box, there are areas of verdigris patination along the underside and interior. There is significant resistance when attempting to open the lid of the larger box, which is unable to detach from the box. Interior of the larger box not inspected for wear or losses.