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Pair of Chinese Black Lacquer Tapered Cabinets, c. 1840

$7,880per set
£6,016.34per set
€6,951.83per set
CA$11,062.03per set
A$12,329.78per set
CHF 6,469.01per set
MX$150,566.75per set
NOK 81,911.78per set
SEK 77,419.10per set
DKK 51,884.56per set

About the Item

With simplicity of form and an understated presence, these elegant lacquer cabinets exemplify the timeless appeal of classical Chinese furniture. Used in traditional homes in lieu of built-in closets, large, upright cabinets such as this were set against the wall and filled with clothing, bedding, books and other household goods. The pair dates to the mid-19th century and is crafted of elm with mortise-and-tenon joinery in the style of sloping-stile cabinets, with subtle A-frame silhouettes and overhung tops. Ideal today as an armoire or cupboard, each cabinet opens by two elongated front doors to reveal a spacious interior with two shelves, two drawers and a lower hidden compartment. The double doors are secured to a central stile with dagger-and-post brass hardware affixed with three vase-shape pulls. With minimalist restraint, the cabinets are left undecorated save for a glossy black lacquer finish, now richly textured from years of use and worn along the corners for a touch of warm brown color. Additional Dimensions: Drawers: 8.25"W x 17.25"D x 4.5"H Door Opening: 28"W x 51"H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 69.25 in (175.9 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Elm,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CLAB0011stDibs: LU820043754322

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