Chest

Large camphorwood silver chest from late 19th-century England. Stained to a deep, rich, mahogany shade, and featuring leather handles and studded iron siding, the chest has a sturdy,...

This screen from England skillfully combines a metal frame designed to mimic bamboo with intricately woven rattan panels. The unique blend of materials and design creates an airy and...

This French folding screen, crafted from toile fabric, showcases a sepia-toned medieval scene that brings historical narratives to life. The repeating mot...

This late storage box blends Eastern and Western aesthetics with its hand-painted gilt Chinese character insignia and a Greek key pattern that encircles the rich maroon tin siding. T...

Small Red Cedar chest with metallic handle.

This 1900s Belgian wooden chest is a utilitarian gem with rich historical character. Stenciled with the original branding “A Milice Royale – E. Remy & Cie – Louvain,” the chest hints...

This lacquered wedding chest dates to the early 20th century and was likely originally used as a bridewealth chest during a traditional Korean wedding ceremony. The exterior is finished with red and black lacquer and decorated with two round medallions conveying blessings of luck (?) and longevity (?). The medallions are surrounded by raised decoration resembling folk paper-cuts in the shape of floral wreaths and phoenixes. The chest opens from the top, secured with a brass lock plate in the form of a butterfly, a traditional symbol of a life of prosperity and joy. Vintage newsprint...

This lacquered wedding chest dates to the early 20th century and was likely originally used as a bridewealth chest during a traditional Korean wedding ceremony. The exterior is finished with red and black lacquer and decorated with two round medallions conveying blessings of luck and longevity. The chest opens from the top, secured with a brass lock plate in the form of a butterfly, a traditional symbol of a life of prosperity and joy. Vintage newsprint...