Mongolian Lotus and Sparrow Two-Door Painted Chest

Classic Chinese furniture design is characterized by the flawless construction, purity of line, and dedication to detail you see here in this two-door cabinet. This beautiful elmwood...

This austere 19th century Chinese cabinet from China's Shanxi province was constructed with grand proportions. The expressive grain of northern elmwood (yumu) patterns the doors with...

The imposing doors of this 19th century cabinet are accented with a trio of lozenge-shaped moldings that enliven the tall, rectilinear silhouette with horizontal lines. Invigorating ...

This early 20th century coffer from Mongolia was painted by hand with auspicious fruits and blessings, likely as part of a bride's dowry. Wishes painted on the pomegranates, peaches ...

This lacquered display cabinet from Shanxi province was crafted in the mid-19th century using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery methods. The enclosed lower half was used for general storage and the open upper shelf was used to display precious objects such as vases, curios, or piles of books. The exterior is darkened by a black lacquer finish and hand-painted with charming decorative motifs, including bronze censers, flower vases, scrolls, and scholars' objects. Original brass hardware secures the doors, now richly aged with a smooth patina and subtle oxidation. Unusual for its smaller scale, we love this painted cabinet in a children's bedroom or playroom as an unexpected bookcase or toy chest...

Made of Chinese northern elm, this altar cabinet once contained the essentials for ancestor rituals. Although darkened with age, the cabinet’s two doors ...

A late Qing Dynasty side chest from the early 20th century, with two drawers, carved motifs and double doors. This late Qing Dynasty Chinese side chest encapsulates the refined craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the period. With a rectangular top accentuated by a central board, the chest showcases two elegantly crafted drawers, each adorned with traditional hardware that complements its historic charm. Below, two intricately carved doors, embellished with scrolling motifs in low relief, unveil a spacious compartment designed for practical storage. The chest is supported by four straight legs, joined by a skillfully carved apron, enhancing its stability and aesthetic appeal. The honey brown patina that graces the entire piece adds a warm, inviting glow, evoking the richness of its heritage. Ideal for introducing a touch of late Qing Dynasty elegance into a contemporary setting, this antique Chinese chest...

A Chinese Qing dynasty two-door elmwood cabinet from the 19th century, with original black lacquer and hand-painted decor. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19th...

An Indian antique painted cabinet from the 19th century, with royal teal patina, carved doors and drawers. Created in India during the 19th cent...

A beautiful, 19th century chest from Inner Mongolia. The top is of miter, tenon and mortise construction encasing a single board floating panel. Full apron depicts traditional Mongol...

An antique Chinese two-toned stacking cabinet from the early 20th century, with doors and drawers. Found in Taiwan, this Chinese cabinet attracts our attention with its two-toned pat...

An antique Chinese two-toned elm and burlwood side cabinet from the early 20th century, with two drawers and doors. Created in China during the e...