Chinese Lacquered Scholars' Shelf, c. 1850

This provincial collector's shelf features three open compartments enclosed by a decorative frame carved with abstract floral motifs. Dated to the late 19th century, the shelf once stood in an office or home studio, displaying a curated collection of precious objects such as porcelains, bronzes, jades, and scholars' rocks. At the base is a shallow drawer with a floral knob, perhaps used for stowing incense accessories and other smalls. Darkened by a warm finish, the shelf boasts a beautifully worn texture that only time can achieve. We love the rich history this small collector...

This lacquered display cabinet from Shanxi province was crafted in the mid-19th century using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery methods. The enclosed lower half was used for gene...

A Chinese antique cabinet from the early 20th century, converted into an open display cabinet with three drawers. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this red lacquered converted cabinet showcases a simple façade made of open shelves and three small drawers fitted with brass hardware. Raised on four straight legs with carved spandrels in the front, this early 20th century Chinese red lacquered display cabinet...

An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty elmwood bookcase from the 19th century, with three shelves and decorative carved panels. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this elmwood bookca...