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Technique: Gilt
19th Century American Dome Top Travel Storage Trunk, Refurbished
19th Century American Dome Top Travel Storage Trunk, Refurbished

19th Century American Dome Top Travel Storage Trunk, Refurbished

Located in Germantown, MD

This antique dome-top trunk, commonly referred to as a camelback or humpback chest, features embossed metal filigree panels and wood slats. Trunk on 4 original metal casters. The ex...

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal, Tin

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Packing Trunk
Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Packing Trunk

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Packing Trunk

Located in Germantown, MD

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Packing Trunk / Storage chest with handles. Sides and top decorated. Measures 27" in width, 16" in depth and 18" in hei...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Hardwood, Giltwood

19th Century Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Cassone with Figural Detail
19th Century Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Cassone with Figural Detail

19th Century Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Cassone with Figural Detail

Located in Dallas, TX

This exceptional antique cassone, or dowry chest, was crafted in Italy circa 1830 from richly patinated walnut. Standing on five deeply carved scrolled feet, the base features a shap...

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Early 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Exceptional Italian Renaissance Cassone with Rich Carving on a Gilt Background
Exceptional Italian Renaissance Cassone with Rich Carving on a Gilt Background

Exceptional Italian Renaissance Cassone with Rich Carving on a Gilt Background

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

The lower part of the facade is adorned with a foliated and fruit garland. The facade’s central panel bears a low-relief decor framed by a rais-de-cœur frieze. The central scene a...

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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Rare pastiglia marriage chest - North of Italy, First half of 15th century
Rare pastiglia marriage chest - North of Italy, First half of 15th century

Rare pastiglia marriage chest - North of Italy, First half of 15th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Rare pastiglia marriage chest North of Italy, Liguria or Piemonte First half of 15th century wood, gesso, partly gilded, form molded and painted 67 x 156 x 63 cm Provenance : Priva...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Hand-Painted Black and Gold Lacquer Trunk with Court Scene, Late Qing Dynasty
Hand-Painted Black and Gold Lacquer Trunk with Court Scene, Late Qing Dynasty

Hand-Painted Black and Gold Lacquer Trunk with Court Scene, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty hand-painted black lacquer trunk with gold-gilded decoration, this early 20th-century storage chest is a striking piece that blends function with artistry. The exterior features detailed chinoiserie motifs, depicting a courtly scene with finely robed figures set within an intricate landscape of pavilions, trees, and architectural elements. The rich black lacquered surface provides a dramatic contrast to the delicate gold detailing, emphasizing the depth and movement in the design. Crafted from softwood, the trunk retains its original metal hardware, including side handles and a front latch. Inside, a compartmentalized storage space includes a small side box, once used for securing smaller valuables. Originally intended for general storage, it now serves as a versatile piece adaptable to modern interiors. Placed in a living room as a coffee table, it offers both elegance and practicality, with ample space for stowing away throws or books. In an entryway or bedroom, it functions as a decorative trunk or blanket chest, effortlessly blending into classic, vintage, or eclectic spaces. Whether used for textile storage, a low-profile side table, or a distinctive conversation piece, this Chinese lacquer chest...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Softwood

Rare Hispano-Moresque / Mudejar Painted Coffer
Rare Hispano-Moresque / Mudejar Painted Coffer

Rare Hispano-Moresque / Mudejar Painted Coffer

Located in Troy, NY

A very rare late 16th century "Mudejar" coffer, the front, both sides and top intricately painted with Hispano-Moresque designs. The painted reverse side of the lift top opens to r...

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16th Century Spanish Islamic Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Royal Early 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Chest with Gilt-Bronze Mounts
Large Royal Early 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Chest with Gilt-Bronze Mounts

Large Royal Early 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Chest with Gilt-Bronze Mounts

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A large Japanese transitional lacquer chest with gilt-metal mounts Edo period, early 17th century The rectangular chest with flat hinged lid decorated in gold, silver, and red ...

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Early 17th Century Japanese Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Bronze

Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Treasure Chest with Gilded Calligraphy
Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Treasure Chest with Gilded Calligraphy

Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Treasure Chest with Gilded Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

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...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Chinese Vintage Red Lacquer Wedding Chest with Gilded Calligraphy and Drawer
Chinese Vintage Red Lacquer Wedding Chest with Gilded Calligraphy and Drawer

Chinese Vintage Red Lacquer Wedding Chest with Gilded Calligraphy and Drawer

Located in Yonkers, NY

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...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Gold Details and Calligraphy Motifs
Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Gold Details and Calligraphy Motifs

Red Lacquered Blanket Chest with Gold Details and Calligraphy Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A red lacquered blanket chest with gold details and calligraphy motifs. This red blanket chest draws the eye with its linear silhouette, enhanced by a rich red finish accented with e...

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20th Century Chinese Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest with gilded bat, guardian lions and cloud motifs. This vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest is a stunning example of traditional craf...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest with gilded bat, guardian lions and cloud motifs. Discover the vibrant allure of this vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest, a piece t...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Gilt Blanket Chests

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Wood

17th-Century Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer on French Stand, Possibly by Boulle
17th-Century Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer on French Stand, Possibly by Boulle

17th-Century Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer on French Stand, Possibly by Boulle

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An impressive and large Japanese 'Namban' transition-style lacquer coffer with fine gilt copper mounts on a French Re´gence base, possibly by André-Charles Boulle (1642-1732) Kyoto, 1640-1650, the base 18th century ?The coffer with shaped cartouches on a nashiji ground on the lid, front and sides, with fine decorations in various techniques: takimaki-e (high relief), tsuke-gaki (drawing with narrow lacquer lines and over sprinkling with gold and silver), usuniku-takamei-e (demi relief), kimekomi (pushed inside) and accents of kirigane (small geometrical metal mosaics). Inside the cartouche on the lid a landscape with volcanos...

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17th Century Japanese Antique Gilt Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

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