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Chinese Hide Document Box, c. 1850
$2,280
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This gorgeous document box once sat in the studio of a Qing-dynasty scholar-official, used to store and protect his works of fine calligraphy and landscape painting. The box is minimally decorated, wrapped in a layer of light brown pig's hide with softly worn texture. The interior is lined with indigo fabric in beautiful contrast to the pale exterior. Exemplifying the elegant restraint of Ming and Qing dynasty scholarly wares, this document chest links the present to the past with its timeless form.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 14.75 in. (37.47 cm)Width: 29.5 in. (74.93 cm)Depth: 9.5 in. (24.13 cm)
- StyleMinimalist (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
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- Date of Manufacturecirca 1850
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationChicago, IL
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- ShippingShips From: Chicago, IL
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PAGODA RED is a renowned resource for designers as well as collectors of contemporary and ancient Chinese, Korean and Japanese art. They offer a curated edit of fine and provincial furniture, ceramics, scholars' objects, and paintings and textiles, each piece historically and geographically authentic.
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