Hello, this item is a lacquered Asian pillow box from Shanghai, measuring approximately 10 inches long, 3 ½ inches deep, and 4 inches high. The piece features a striking green lacquer surface with hand-painted floral and vase motifs in gold and red, and a traditional metal clasp typical of late 20th-century Chinese decorative boxes. While styled after historical “pillow boxes” (once used as headrests or storage for valuables), this example is a decorative reproduction, likely produced for export or upscale interior décor markets, as indicated by the connection to Asia Imperial Furniture Co. in Westport, Connecticut.

In terms of value, decorative pillow boxes from this period (ca. 1990s–2000s), even with quality lacquer and hand decoration, generally fall into the $100–250 USD range on the current market, depending on condition, craftsmanship, and buyer interest. While it carries aesthetic charm and collectible appeal, it does not belong to the older Qing or Ming dynasty categories that would command higher antique premiums.