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Chinese Black Lacquer Four Flowers Coffer, c. 1850
$5,880
£4,466
€5,159.71
CA$8,241.03
A$9,223.27
CHF 4,813.84
MX$112,476.29
NOK 61,610.54
SEK 58,322.27
DKK 38,506.24
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This 19th-century altar coffer displays many traditional elements of Chinese cabinetry, such as its overhung, floating panel top flanked by curving spandrels or its painted doors secured with round brass hardware. The cabinet face is beautifully painted with vases filled with flowers of the four seasons, including chrysanthemums for autumn, lotus for summer, peonies for spring and camellia for winter. Together, these flowers convey a blessing of wealth and honor year-round. Centuries of use have softened the once-vibrant gilt paintings to an atmospheric facade of pale color and timeworn texture.
- Dimensions:Height: 35.25 in (89.54 cm)Width: 58.75 in (149.23 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: ZHA0311stDibs: LU820044046142
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