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Pair Of Early 20th Century Chinese Black Lacquer Gilt & Polychrome Bench Seats

$7,725.70per set
£5,640per set
€6,616.77per set
CA$10,582.66per set
A$11,800.86per set
CHF 6,157.19per set
MX$144,801.01per set
NOK 78,371.17per set
SEK 74,254.98per set
DKK 49,383.42per set
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Stunning pair of early 20th century decorative Chinese black lacquered gilt & polychrome painted bench seats. Republican Period - Circa 1920-30. Delivery included to mainland England or Wales. Hand painted with dragons, being a legendary mythological symbol, and set amongst scenic foliage. The edgings having geometric symbols. The seats have motifs of bats and carp. The backs also boast details, so they do not have to be set against a wall. The whole decorated with gilt highlights. Each seat having two scrolls to the back, standing on square moulded legs with shaped brackets. There are some signs of use, with some rubbing to the arms and seats, and differences to the lacquer in places. There are numerous knocks and some losses, which are mainly photographed. Some earlier touch up paint to the knocks is present. The benches are sturdy with no loose joints. Very usable. Additional dimensions information: Seat height is 50cm. Seat depth is 46.5cm, and inside seat width is 122cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.16 in (102 cm)Width: 51.58 in (131 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)Seat Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwich, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6433244840332

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