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Antique Red & Black Lacquer Chinese Scholar's Book Chests/Cabinets, Chinoiserie

About the Item

Covered in rich black & red lacquer, of rectangular form with square corners, the fine scholar’s cabinets with a pair of paneled doors, fitted with oval shaped brass lock plate, opening to reveal a drawer in mid-section and bottom panels lifting open to a sunken storage space, standing on a platform base with a waist carved with stylized begonia shaped cartouches and cusped apron.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Ming (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Additions or alterations made to the original: Interiors shelves replaced. Replacements made: Brass fittings. Wear consistent with age and use. The original lacquer finish has been repolished and touched up where needed.
  • Seller Location:
    10 Chater Road, HK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AG44537/81stDibs: LU148022924242
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