Burmese Manuscript Chest with Red Cinnabar Lacquer and Gold Leaf

This monumental manuscript cabinet is from Rangoon, Burma and made from teak wood, lacquer, and gold leaf. This manuscript cabinet features its orig...

This is a classic example of a “Beijing” or Tianjin” sideboard, so-called because of their origin in this region of northeastern China. This compact chest has three drawers with two ...

A superb example of an Indian (Gujarat) dowry chest with ornate frame, iron reinforcements and wheels. These chests were used to hold blankets and other valuables. The small upper door could be locked...

Korean step tansu, also known as "pyung sang," are traditional Korean furniture pieces designed for storage and organization. They typically consist of a series of stacked drawers or...

This red-lacquered Chinese cabinet made from reclaimed pine wood with traditional nail-less joinery. The red lacquer has been enhanced with a sophisticated French polish finish. The ...

This "Space Age" console table is a playful and dramatic addition to any entry hall or dining room. The base is made from solid oak legs in a scalloped and arched form and connected ...

A small Chinese red lacquered wedding blanket chest from the 20th century, with gilt décor depicting guardian lions, calligraphy, scrolling clouds and bats, as well as yellow fabric lining and iron hardware. Created in China during the 20th century, this blanket chest attracts our attention with its stunning red lacquered ground accented by a gilt décor. A rectangular lid, adorned with an auspicious geometric medallion, bats and scrolling foliage, opens up thanks to a traditional brass clasp to reveal a striking interior lined with yellow fabric, accented with a mark. The façade showcases foo dogs guardian lions surrounding a bow-tied sphere. Calligraphy around the lid, with auspicious connotations such as the number nine...

A vintage Chinese blanket chest from the mid 20th century with red lacquer ground, cloisonné décor and lateral handles. Created in China during the mid...

A vintage Chinese red lacquer wedding chest from the Mid-20th Century with gilded calligraphy, low drawer and brass hardware. Created in China during the midcentury period, this wedding chest showcases a red lacquer perfectly complimenting its clean and elegant lines. The chest features a rectangular domed lid opening thanks to a traditional brass medallion lock to reveal a light honey brown varnished interior offering convenient storage opportunities. The façade showcases gilded calligraphy referring to blessing and longevity. This treasure chest was therefore likely a wedding gift, offered as part of the dowry. The façade's lower section presents a single drawer with ornate brass pull while the sides comprise of C-scroll handles allowing the piece to be moved more easily. The ensemble is raised on a conforming plinth. With its clean lines and red lacquer, this Chinese vintage wedding...

An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer treasure chest from the 19th century with gilded calligraphy, low drawer and brass hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynas...

A vintage Chinese blanket chest from the Mid-20th Century with red lacquered leather, brass hardware and blue fabric lining on the inside. Created in China during the midcentury peri...

Chest with thick red original lacquer and very charming patina. "Shanxi" China 1780-1820.