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Pair of Chinese Black Lacquer Tapered Cabinets, c. 1840
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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
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- 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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