Antique Chinese Shirt
21st Century and Contemporary Shirts
1990s Chinese Tunics
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens
Silk, Glass, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Bronze
People Also Browsed
1960s American Cocktail Dresses
1990s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
1990s Pullovers
Antique 1880s Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens
Canvas
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Jumpsuits
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Thai Planters and Jardinieres
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Art
Paper
1990s Italian Scarves
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Recent Sales
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Blousons
21st Century and Contemporary Blouses and Tops
Antique 1880s Victorian Toys and Dolls
Leather, Porcelain, Fabric
Early 20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 1830s English Empire Drawings
Paper
- PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum