19th Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Table Cabinet

19th Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Table CabinetA superbly decorative Cantonese black lacquer cabinet, exquisitely decorated with figures and pagodas throughout. Qing dynasty, early 19th century. Why we like it A very decorative accent piece, useful for storage of small objects or jewellery. Presented in very good antique condition, retaining its original decoration.

May be wired for any country

The first volume

with modern cotton backing

as on the present example and the Hackwood Park chairs

rather than the straight back

and his youthful features are characterised by softly modelled cheeks

raised on a turned and finely fluted stem above three gracefully curved supports ending in pointed pad feet

In Japan the progression of seasonal changes is an important element in the appreciation of art and beauty

Very decorative and may be useful too - supporting a calendar or photogrpaph for example

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original patinated brass knob handles