Chinese Scholar Shelves
Pair of 19th Century Black Lacquered Chinese Scholar Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful pair of unusual Chinese scholar shelves is finely crafted with Chinese Northern
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects
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Elm, Lacquer
Chinese Lacquered Scholars' Shelf, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking red and black lacquer bookcase once stood in the center of a traditional Chinese
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
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Elm
Chinese Scholars' Display Shelf, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
shelf was made out of elmwood over 150 years ago in China’s Shanxi province. The two doors and two
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
Materials
Elm
Pair of Petite Chinese Collector's Shelves
Located in Chicago, IL
clean lines and open sides. Once the centerpiece of a scholar’s studio, these open shelves were ideal
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
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Elm
Medium Twin Rock Contemporary Shelves
Located in London, GB
specific “aura” which is comparable to the Chinese scholar’s rock (gongshi). It is a stone shaped by
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2010s Dutch Modern Shelves
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Large Twin Rock Contemporary Shelves
Located in London, GB
specific “aura” which is comparable to the Chinese scholar’s rock (gongshi). It is a stone shaped by
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2010s Dutch Modern Shelves
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Aluminum
Provincial Chinese Collector's Shelf, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
, and scholars' rocks. At the base is a shallow drawer with a floral knob, perhaps used for stowing
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
Materials
Elm
19th Century Chinese Scholar's Cabinet Glass Curio
Located in Somis, CA
A late 19th century solid wood Chinese scholar's cabinet with glass doors and removable shelves
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chinese Red Lacquer Scholars' Cabinet, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
, designed with straight sides, square corners and a paneled apron. The interior is fitted with three shelves
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cupboards
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Elm
Antique Chinese Scholar's Mirrored Bookcase with Marble Insets
Located in Somis, CA
A highly sophisticated scholar's cabinet from turn of the century. Solid wood throughout, mitered
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Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
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Marble, Brass
Antique Scholar's Chest with Painted Pomegranates, Open Light Bookcase
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful Chinese scholar's chest with an open light feature and hand-painted images
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Korean Chaekgeori painting. 19th Century Joseon. Books & Scholars’ Accouterments
Located in Kyoto, JP
Books and Scholars’ Accouterments; Chaekgeori
Second half of the 19th century
Korean framed panel
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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Edo Paintings and Screens
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Paper
H 47.5 in W 26.5 in D 0.75 in
Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
tiniest minutia. Crafted of a warm hardwood, the small etagere recreates the free-standing shelves used in
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
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Hardwood
Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
minutia. Crafted of a dark hardwood, the small etagere recreates the free-standing shelves used in well-to
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
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Hardwood
Narrow Chinese Shanxi Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The essence of traditional Chinese furniture is fully expressed in the simplicity and graceful
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
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Pine
Chinese Diamond Lattice Display Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The focal point of this beautiful 19th century scholars' display cabinet is undoubtedly the complex
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
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Brass
Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Book Cabinets, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the late 19th century, this pair of tall book cabinets was once used in a scholars' studio
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Bookcases
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Elm
Chinese Early 20th Century Lacquered Armoire with Gilt Carved Warrior Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
Early 20th century Chinese lacquered wood armoire with hand-carved gilt panels, doors and drawers
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Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
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Wood
Gilt Lacquer Compound Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
hardware open to a large interior fitted with multiple shelves and two shallow drawers. Below the lower
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
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Chinese Scholar Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of Chinese scholar shelves available for sale. The range of distinct Chinese scholar shelves — often made from wood, elm and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of Chinese scholar shelves available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.
How Much are Chinese Scholar Shelves?
Prices for Chinese scholar shelves start at $1,600 and top out at $16,800 with the average selling for $6,580.
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