Antique Chinese Lock

Crafted of elm with a dark lacquer finish, this small locking cabinet from the mid-19th century

drawer, the exterior with brass corners and clasp. There is the original Chinese lock and key

The darkly lacquered front of this 19th-century Chinese locking cabinet is the perfect canvas for a

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver box with lock; an addition to our

, abstract beauty. The stone has an oblong, lock-form shape with natural asymmetry and two holes drilled

This small locking cabinet from the late 19th century has a richly aged patina that only time can

A special place for storing jewelry and other treasures, this early 19th-century lock box was

traditional Chinese lock set on a large circular medallion (a modern replacement), and open thanks to two leaf

A Chinese Metal Lock with Key, Late 19th Century Provenance: Private Brisbane Collection

A Chinese Brass Etched Lock with Key, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection

A Chinese Brass Etched Lock with Key, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection

A Large Chinese Brass Fish Lock with Key, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private Perth Collection

For thousands of years, traditional Chinese architecture had no interior closets, and trunks and

, likely carnelian or agate. One charm is shaped in a traditional Chinese lock form, symbolizing protection

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period nicely grained cabinet from the 19th century, with medallion hardware

A Chinese Brass Double Fish Shaped Lock with Key, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private

Chinese elaborately Relief carved glove box with original hinges and lock, no key, no damage or

A Chinese Brass Lock in the Form of a Turtle, Early 20th Century The lock in the form of a turtle

A Qing Dynasty period Chinese old box from the 19th century with traditional etched brass hardware

This Chinese stackable box made circa 1900-1915 was intended as a wedding basket and is a

, offering a glimpse into historical Chinese artistry. The bird cage closes with an ornate pin lock

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period square shaped box from the 19th century with brass lock, metal

An antique Chinese Late Qing Dynasty period wooden document box from the early 20th century with

A brown leather bound wooden trunk with weathered appearance, brass lock and lateral C-scroll

This antique Chinese lacquered elm trunk showcases the warmth and craftsmanship of late Qing or

lid that opens with the aid of a brass lock and two rear hinges. This reveals a spacious interior

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red painted paper bound trunk from the 19th century with traditional

Chinese pin-and-lock hardware in aged brass. Behind the doors are three drawers of varying sizes, each

decorated with cypress panels, nicely warming up the elm hue. Thanks to a traditional Chinese iron lock, the

with rounded feet. The lid is hinged and features a Chinese ingot shaped lock. This Chinese 19th

3 secret drawers behind a concealed panel. Complete with original chinese brass hinges. Lock

with blue and white china. Charles Lock Eastlake worked mainly in oak and his dressers designed for

This early 20th century iron lock was made by hand during the Qing Dynasty. The lock’s ubiquity has

, this lock box from Jiangsu province dates from circa 1850. Made of cedar, the box is lacquered in rich

A 19th century Chinese elmwood convex-form low stool with lid carved with meandering motif and

This 19th-century Chinese lock once brightened the façade of a lacquered cabinet with a flash of

Handsome large Chinese camphor wood trunk has a large Chinese locking plate and brass carrying

this one were once used as part of intensive martial arts training. Shaped like an ancient Chinese lock

This 19th-century Chinese lock box beautifully displays its age with a richly worn lacquer finish

wood is highlighted by a carved round medallion with traditional Chinese lock hardware and pulls for

rattan panels and the doors open thanks to a traditional Chinese lock hardware. Within is a bottom shelf

Perfecting line and proportion, the simple design of this small locking chest celebrates the

This small locking cabinet from the early 19th century has a timeworn texture that only time can

With clean lines and simple form, this refined 19th century lock box celebrates the beauty of huali

used at a temple entrance or courtyard gate. Set on a custom steel mount, the iron lock lives on as a

Antique metal cylinder poem padlock engraved with Chinese characters; currently taped in place at

Antique 19th C Chinese red lacquer lock box. This lovely box dates to the 19th century and features

Oversized R. J. Horner & Co. locking china cabinet features carved mahogany case with pierced

Like the sparkle of a fish’s scales, this 19th-century Korean fish lock once brightened the façade

Like the sparkle of a fish’s scales, this 19th-century Korean fish lock once brightened the façade

separate and can be used individually. This cabinet has a very unique, ingenious locking mechanism that is

is missing its original lock. China, circa 1835.

Rare and good quality Chinese export camphor wood writing desk, circa 1820. Brass bound around

mouth closed. Both wear a Chinese style lock around their necks.

handles, while a refined traditional Chinese brass medallion lock opens the doors. Inside this armoire are

stylish brass plate with a slide lock. This Chinese 19th century hand-painted chinoiserie and red lacquer

This 19th century black wooden Chinese box has a functional lock, and an elaborate scene rendered