• #28073 Pair of Antique Chinese Carved and Gilt Lattice Screens

    Window Chinese Furiture ...

    4500.00

    2400.00

    Pair of Antique Chinese Carved and Gilt Lattice Screens. The old red lacquer on these antique screens retains a beautiful old patina over its smooth deep red color that came from precious organic mineral compound. Each screen is composed of sections of latticework presented in the forms of various auspicious Chinese characters such as Shou (Longevity), Fu (blessing), etc., covered in crushed shell for its glittering effect which has mostly worn now. The thick layers of gold on various carved motives on the screen however still stay the original striking gold color. One can only imagine the lavish look when these screens were created! The center carved motives on the screens include auspicious vases with flowers (harmony, peace), teapot and wine vessel, and other scholarly or temple objects, flanked by four rectangular squares of carved openwork with dragon motif which are also covered in thick gold. Noticeable are the layered carvings on the top of each screen with Bamboo and plum blossom motif which suggest these screens were created in a set of four with vegetation from the four different seasons-spring (orchid or peony), summer (bamboo), fall (chrysanthemum), and winter (plum blossom). These screens were possibly from a pair of large size cabinets with a total of four doors or from two sets of windows with wooden shutters behind them for opening and closing. The old brass rings/pulls are still on these screens. When one looks at these screens, one can't help to sadly notice the carvings of figures on the carved sections of the screens underneath the larger latticework structure were scraped off and destroyed! These official figures inside a building and others in the courtyard displayed traditional cultural scene that might have been considered distasteful old thinking and were forbidden during the political turmoil. 19th century. Dimensions: 18 3/8" L x 46" H x 1 7/8" D (each window)

  • #28077 Antique Lacquered Four-Legged Round Stools with Carved Floral Design

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture ...

    820.00

    585.00

    This very heavy and elegantly shaped antique wooden round stool has an interesting design with four curved leg-supporting cross bars in the middle that look like two pairs of fish or leaves. The four legs are each carved with an unusual long string of bell shaped flowers hanging down from a Ruyi frame. This stool is generously built with a very heavy wood and broad aprons beneath the single-board top. The carved animal shaped feet flare out at the bottom. From the underneath, it appeared that this stool was once partially repaired and joined with metal to secure it rather than by appropriate woven palm fiber and wood, possibly due to its heavy use. 19th century. Dimensions: 12" (top) Diameter x 19 1/2" H

  • #28075 Large Size Carved and Gilt Painted Wooden Box with Dragon and Phoenix

    Wooden and Leather Trunk Chinese Furiture Decorative and Collectible ...

    4500.00

    2400.00

    This antique narrow shape larger size wooden storage box has incredibly detailed carved gilt lacquer work. The lid has a large front-facing five-claw dragon inside a pointed begonia flower shape enclosure with many twined peony flowers surrounding the center dragon. The front side of the box has the same carved style gilt work with a pair of large phoenix bird and dragon, also circled by many large twined peony flowers. Each of the two sides of the box has carved gilt design with eight bats with many auspicious clouds. The circular locking brass plates at front, though appeared to be old, along with the brass handles on the sides of the box, might have been replaced at one point. The back hinges were also replaced. This special and very rare large box with substantial discolor on the top nevertheless has very impressive "cut-lacquer" style lacquer work with layers of lacquer built on each other before being carved with its intricate design, and finally lacquered with gilt color over the whole carved design. This technique was favored during the Ming period with many imperial wares and quality works having been produced with this technique during the period and afterwards. Dimensions: 20 1/8" L x 9 5/8" D x 10 1/4" H

  • #27419 Antique Ningbo Style Tea Chest with Old Brass Fitting

    Small Cabinet and Chest Chinese Furiture ...

    920.00

    695.00

    Antique Ningbo Style Tea Chest with Old Brass Fitting in original finish. With two drawers and two doors, this very sweet, good sized cabinet is the perfect one to use as a bedside cabinet, entryway, bathroom, or any space that needs a small cabinet! it has old butterfly shape brass fitting on the drawers. The doors are made of excellent southern Chinese elm, Ju wood. The wood on the top of the cabinet has beautiful very large grain. Recently refinished to be in excellent condition. Late 19-early 20th century. Dimensions: 24 1/8" Lx17 1/2" D x 34 1/2" H

  • #27659 Large Size Shi-Wan Style Elephant Shaped Ceramic Garden Stool

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture Decorative and Collectible ...

    850.00

    540.00

    Large Size Shi-Wan Style Elephant Shaped Ceramic Garden Stool with beautiful very thick cream-white glaze and other color pigments and pattern. In excellent condition and tasteful design. This piece is well made and solid! First half of the 20th century. Can be used indoor or outdoor. Dimensions: 23" L x 11" D x 22" H

  • #27318 Good Antique Long and Narrow Single-Board Top Bench (SOLD)

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture ...

    1500.00

    850.00

    Good Antique Long and Narrow Single-Board Top Bench. Made of a denser and heavier wood than elm, possibly walnut, the top of this bench has been lightly refinished with a beautiful soft shine that reflects its old patina as well as a delicate grain pattern. It is solidly and generously built with a splayed-leg design with supporting stretchers. The top shows a natural recessed area from the tree. This graceful bench will last another few hundred years if well take care of! 19th century. Dimensions: 52 1/2" L x 6 3/8" D (top of bench) x 20 3/4" H. Also, the widest distance between the legs is 12 1/2".

  • #27317 Large Ningbo Blonde Two-Door Cabinet with Circular Brass (SOLD)

    New Furniture & Decorative Chinese Furiture ...

    2400.00

    1150.00

    Large Size Ningbo Blonde Two-Door Cabinet with Circular Brass Plates. 20th century contemporary. This cabinet is solidly built with a good smooth finish, including the inside which is very clean with a pleasing appeal. The inside has a moveable shelf and two small drawers. It is deep enough to have a rod install for hanging clothes by removing the top shelf. The back of the cabinet was drilled with a hole for entaertainment equipment wires and has since been re-plugged for its complete look. Cabinet is built in a traditional joinery with only tongue-and groove technique. This cabinet with a nice design element is both functional and eye-pleasing with ample storage space. it sure makes a nice statement for any home or office! Dimensions: 43 1/2" W x 23 1/4" D x 66 1/2" H

  • #27197 Antique Narrow Long Yu Wood Bench with Single-Board Top (SOLD)

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture ...

    1150.00

    750.00

    Antique Narrow Long Yu Wood Bench with Single-Board top. This weathered bench showing lovely large grain of the wood in its original condition is solidly built with splayed style legs with the traditional joinery with stretchers in between the legs for excellent support. No metal nails were used but built with complex joinery, fitting all the parts from the inside of the woodwork. 120 years old or older. Perfect for entryway, in front of the bed, or anywhere when needing additional seating, this one will last another hundred years or more inside a home! Dimensions: 53 3/8" L x 6 3/4" D x 20" H

  • #26887 Rare Small Size Antique Ming Style Altar Table in Black Lacquer

    Sideboard, Coffer, and Altar Table Chinese Furiture ...

    1400.00

    900.00

    Rare Small Size Antique Ming Style Altar Table in Black Lacquer Finish. This small table is well constructed with an excellent and well carved design in its spandrel- a feature often reflected in a better craftsmanship and design. The original black lacquer is worn on the top, nevertheless, this charming and very rare small size table with an early classical design will showcase elegantly in a space. 19th century. Dimensions: 33 1/4" Lx11 1/4" D x 28" H

  • #26886 Antique Carved NB Cabinet with Drawers and Doors-SOLD

    Small Cabinet and Chest Chinese Furiture ...

    1300.00

    695.00

    Antique Carved Medium Size Blond Cabinet with Drawers and Doors. This good size small cabinet with ample storage is from the Zhejiang/Ningbo area. The brass fitting has been replaced. The cabinet has nice and well carved auspicious bat (good luck and longevity) ad key design on the drawers. The post style doors are supported by beautifully carved and worn holder in cloud shape Ling-Zhi (medicinal mushroom) design. This late 19-early 20th century cabinet made of beautiful wood can work quite well as a bedside cabinet or anywhere in the house. A shelf can be added inside the cabinet for additional charge if desired. Perfect size as bedside cabinet to hold a lamp, a mug, and books! Dimensions: 31 7/8" L x 20 7/8" D x 31 7/8" H

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