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How are Coromandel screens made?
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Coromandel screens were made with a technique used in the 16th and 17th centuries, where large panels of wood were primed with ash, lacquer compound and even pig’s blood. You’ll find a variety of Coromandel screens from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Chinese Coromandel Black Lacquer Screen with White Mother of Pearl
Located in Toronto, ON
screen unusual is the grand scale of the design of the figures. The screen is lacquered in black and
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Lacquer
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer, Wood
Chinese Coromandel Lacquer Eight Fold Screen, Early 20th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality early 20th century Chinese Coromandel lacquer eight fold screen. Depicting a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer
Chinese Soapstone, Semiprecious Hardstone and Lacquer Folding Screen
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Chinese screen is an exceptionally well-crafted piece, beautifully decorated with
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lacquer
Materials
Wood, Precious Stone
Chinoiserie Screen Art Deco Style in Colour China Red and Black Lacquer
Located in Hamburg, DE
Chinese Paravent, Art Deco style, China red lacker, main frame in black lacquer, base material wood
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Lacquer
Materials
Wood
Chinese Coromandel Lacquer Six-Fold Screen with Gilded Background
Located in NICE, FR
This exquisite six-fold screen in Chinese coromandel lacquer from the early 20th century depicts
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer
Large 8-wing-screen in Coromandel Lacquer, China, Quing, Late 18th/Early 19th
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
fine execution in coromandel lacquer partially accented with gold. The screen is executed
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer
