Lacquer Corner Cupboards

A very imposing 19th Century Black lacquer Chinoiserie corner cabinet. Having classical hand painted scenes of warriors on horse...

A refined and elegant bamboo corner stand, four black lacquer shelves with rounded front, lattice fret work railing. First two photos shown two st...

George III green-lacquered hanging bowfront corner cabinet. 4th quarter 18th century. Fitted with two cupboard doors, each with elabora...

An English early-eighteenth century red japanned bow-front corner cupboard, or cabinet, George II-period, circa 1730. In superb condition throughout. Retaining its original butterfly hinges, with a period key and working lock. These are usually encountered with a black background, however when in red these examples of japanning are much sought after. Many were produced domestically, often by talented female members of the family. Note the charming English interpretations in the decorated surfaces. An unusual subject can be seen in the base, a hunter on horseback with sword drawn, confronting a mythological beast, probably representing a tiger with mandarins posing amongst stylised pagodas, rooftops and rockwork. Chinoiserie-decorated surfaces were extremely popular in the early part of the 18th century, almost reaching a craze among the upper classes wishing to demonstrate their fashionable status. There were several revivals of chinoiserie particularly in the first quarter of the 20th century, so caution is advised in one’s collecting. This type of decoration is also sometimes erroneously referred to as ''lacquer’'. The fashion icon Coco Chanel furnished her exquisite Paris apartments largely in the European chinoiserie taste. References: V & A – The development of English black japanning 1620-1820, A History of Japanning in England: Technique & Decoration. John Stalker and George Parker...

Olive green Chinoiserie George III hanging corner cupboard dating to the late 18th century. In excellent condition. Original dark, olive green painted finish embellished with painted...

Fine quality antique English "Anglo-Japan" Victorian hand painted lacquer and bamboo single door cupboard/ étagère with embossed panel sides; "tortoise shell" shaded bamboo; fabulous...

A fine Queen Anne period black lacquered corner cabinet with its original shaped and bevelled glass. The door and sides are decorated w...

A rare chinoiserie standing double corner cabinet, or cupboard. English, George I-period, ca 1720. Often erroneously referred to as lacquer work, this is japanned. Beautifully decorated with idyllic scenes of rockwork, pagodas, people, trees, birds, water, with bridges and a boat. This is a lovely and very useful addition to a room - where corners can present furnishing dilemmas - and this is a chic antique drinks cabinet. These have always been very hard to find, as opposed to the more usual Georgian hanging corner cupboards...

A fine and rare early 18th century George II scarlet japanned chinoiserie wall hanging corner cupboard. C. 1730-1740. Attributed to Giles Grendey. ...

An early-18th century Coromandel lacquer corner cupboard or cabinet. This is rare - high quality Coromandel lacquer work (incised decoration) - not to be confused with the usual English japanned versions. This is also referred to as Bantam work, originating in Bantam, Dutch East Indies, and China, for export to the European market. The subject matter is of a major pavilion with numerous courtiers - most unusual to see only females - it has been suggested that they may be concubines to a Mandarin. All of high quality and in the sought-after and refined chinoiserie taste. In very good unrestored state, retaining vibrant colours and all its original hardware. This is a chic antique, and makes a lovely chinoiserie drinks cabinet...

An elegant and very rare marquetry and black lacquer encoignure with a bowed front and one panel door decorated with a japanned panel of mountains and trees within a very fine marque...

"P.ARIS" contemporary bar lacquer. External in lacquer. Wooden interior with coasters and bottles. Design Lattoog.

Fine Victorian Bamboo & Laquered panel Corner Cupboard top with Bamboo frame with pair inset mirrors, Brass turn catch to open Centre Door with painted Floral Decoration, Laquered ...

Antique English Georgian chinoiserie lacquered hanging bow front corner cupboard, 1780. A George I period 18th century chinoiserie lacquer...

Pair of rounded larch cornerboards, northern Italy, 1800s. They feature two doors and 1 central drawer. They lend themselves to being bleached or lacquered. Measurements: 72 cm cor...