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Important Documented Qing Dynasty Chinese Deep Relief Rosewood Cabinet

$10,500
$18,88844% Off
£7,971.42
£14,339.4544% Off
€9,117.61
€16,401.2744% Off
CA$14,670.02
CA$26,389.2744% Off
A$16,316.27
A$29,350.6344% Off
CHF 8,519.85
CHF 15,325.9944% Off
MX$198,551.62
MX$357,16644% Off
NOK 108,811.46
NOK 195,736.2744% Off
SEK 102,045.95
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DKK 68,048.18
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An exquisite custom antique 19th century Qing Dynasty heavily carved Chinese rosewood and elm wooden cabinet with double-doors carved set with gilt and deep relief carved wood panels depicting scenes from historical legends and brass handles enclosing a cabinet set with four shelves. The elaborately carved Elmwood panels originally decorated a mid-19th century wedding bed then incorporated into the custom Rosewood frame around the late 1800s-early 1900s. This incredible collectors piece of Chinese history was owned by a European diplomat in Shanghai China during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Documented in a large photobook of their home in Shanghai and their travels, this cabinet was an important piece in their collection and remained with their heirs until our acquisition. Some photos including the one showing this cabinet in their main room is displayed in the photo gallery of this listing. Many pieces owned by the diplomat collector were discarded or sold off over the decades whereas this important cabinet was passed on from generation to generation until we acquired it from a descendant of the diplomat collector. This cabinet would work great as a cupboard, breakfront cabinet, buffet, sideboard, bookcase or bookshelf, vitrine, étagère, china or display cabinet and would work great in an Asian, chinoiserie, Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room. Also consider mixing it up with a splash of juxtaposition in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish Modern, Contemporary or Postmodern home or penthouse apartment. Measurements: 69" H x 45.5" W x 16" D Condition: Very good antique condition. Light wear throughout. Back panel has holes for electronic cables (which occurred during more recent decades). The holes can be filled if desired, contact us for details. Some slight crack repair on one panel, only noticeable upon close inspection and does not affect use. Sturdy and structurally sound, ready to be used immediately.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 69 in (175.26 cm)Width: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
    Very good to excellent considering the age of this documented antique. Please see description for greater condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AUTOM002991stDibs: LU1330217548171

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