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Chinese Lacquered Scholars' Shelf, c. 1850
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This striking red and black lacquer bookcase once stood in the center of a traditional Chinese scholars' studio, displaying a collection of books, scrolls, and treasured objects. The elegant case has two shallow drawers and four open shelves, each thoughtfully framed by a quadrilobe cutout finished with bright red lacquer.
Additional Dimensions:
Top shelf: 48" W x 15" D x 13" H
Second shelf: 48" W x 15" D x 13" H
Third shelf: 48" W x 15" D x 17.5" H
Fourth shelf: 48" W x 15" D x 17" H
Drawers: 22.5" W x 12.5" D x 2.25" H.
- Dimensions:Height: 73 in (185.42 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54 cm)Depth: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Elm,Lacquered
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: BJDD0301stDibs: LU820013370331
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