• #27338 A Very Rare 17-18th Century Jar-Zheng Hardwood Tea Table

    Tea Table and Low Table

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    (早清柞榛木圓腿茶几) This Very Rare 17-18th Century Ming Style Tea Table is constructed of a very rare Chinese hardwood call "Jar-Zheng Mu, 柞榛木". "Mu" is "Wood". It is a very dense wood almost like shining rock when hand-polished without applying a lacquer finish to it. Its original raw wood has an obvious green hue to it, and as the furniture aged, the wood turned into an almost dark gray-brown color with large swashes of light beige color in the wood. At old days, furniture made of this wood were much prized by the Shanghai area antique dealers and often only a few examples of the old pieces could be found in the more prominent antique stores. Furniture made of this wood tended to carry the traditional Ming style design and look, with many from the mid Qing period and also the reproduced Ming style pieces. Occasionally a few from the early Qing or Ming could be found in which case they seemed to carry the similar structure of the early period furniture pieces. This tea table is generously built with good material with thick rounded posts without decoration or unnecessary parts. Its clean design resembles those of early furniture pieces as well. The middle shelf is handy. There are some stains. Otherwise, the furniture itself is structurally intact with the moisture-worn feet that carry the characteristics of very old furniture pieces. There has been more publication published in recent years in China in regards to the research of furniture pieces made of this wood with more examples can be seen now. However, old furniure pieces made of this wood remain very rare.

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

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture ...

    1500.00

    950.00

    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".

  • #27197 Antique Narrow Long Yu Wood Bench with Single-Board top

    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

  • #27196 Pair of Large Antique Red Lacquer Pigskin Wedding Trunks with Appliqued Motives

    Wooden and Leather Trunk Chinese Furiture ...

    5500.00

    3200.00

    This Pair of Large Size Antique Chinese Gilt Red Lacquer Pigskin-Stretched Wooden wedding Trunks with Double-Happiness, Shou (Longevity), and Bat Motives are indeed elaborate and impressive! Made with precious and expensive organic color pigment and as part of a festive occasion such as a wedding, these beautiful red leather trunks are appliqued with cut motives of leather painted in guilt for decoration. They still retain the original large size old brass fitting. However, the one remaining original lock will likely need to be cut as the key is no longer available. There are various torn spots at the corners of the trunks and some stains on the inside leather. However, they are great collectible items as well as can be used as special storage for one's treasured items! Late 19-early 20th century. Sold as is and as a pair only. Approximate dimensions for each trunk: 31" L x 13" H x 20 1/4" D

  • #27197 Vintage Chinese Small and Tall Square Stool Made of Exotic Hardwood

    Bench and Stool New Furniture & Decorative Chinese Furiture ...

    345.00

    265.00

    Vintage Chinese Small and Tall Square Stool Made of Mahogany Grade of Dark and Heavy Exotic Hardwood and built with the traditional Chinese joinery without nails. Just been lightly refinished recently. 20th century. Four pieces are available as a set, but sold and priced for each piece. Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 20" H

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

    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 Medium Blonde Cabinet with Drawers and Doors

    Small Cabinet and Chest Chinese Furiture ...

    1150.00

    820.00

    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

  • #26747 Pair of Rare Antique Ming Style Rectangular Stools with Original Red Lacquer

    Bench and Stool Chinese Furiture ...

    2400.00

    1600.00

    (一對舊明式紅漆長方櫈)Pair of Rare Antique Ming Style Rectangular Stools with Original Red Lacquer made from organic minerals. This pair of stools constructed with slightly splayed legs and a graceful waist design is rare and hard to find. It has a simple classical style that is quite stunning with its vivid and beautiful original red color pigments made of organic minerals. Created with great proportions and right joinery, these stools are solidly built with worn tops that are appropriate in time's grace. It is wonderful that they remain in pair since created. 150 years old or older. Price is for the pair. Dimensions for each: 16 7/8" L x 12 1/2" W x 18 3/4" H

  • #26305 Small Antique Shanxi Style Painted Red Lacquer Cabinet with Auspicious Symbols

    Small Cabinet and Chest Chinese Furiture ...

    1150.00

    820.00

    Small Antique Northern Chinese Painted Red Lacquer Cabinet from Shanxi province with Auspicious Symbols in bold and bright colors on the original red lacquer background from organic mineral compound. The motives include flower vases for harmony and peace, temple objects such as incense burner and fruit offering, and scholarly books and scrolls. The button spandrel is carved with a large bat with extending wigs, while the cabinet is decorated with twined peony flowers around the frame. Chinese furniture is often decorated, whether by carving or being painted, with many traditional Chinese auspicious motives probably more than other forms of Chinese art. This is because furniture is directly associated with one's living space and everyday living and is part of the architecture, these symbols reflect a culture and general people's wishes for a better life and future generations. This square-cornered two-door cabinet with a flat style construction and painted surface was in a very rough condition but with a good bone, so we have spent a lot of time restoring the damaged lacquer part to bring it to a usable, solid, and beautiful cabinet to use. The inside of the cabinet is very clean and has one shelf, but there is enough room for another shelf if desired. Early 20th century. Dimensions: 26 1/2" L x 16 12/" D x 33 1/2" H

  • #25991 Very Rare Antique Ming Style Square Table with Rattan Top

    Side Table and Square Table

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    Very Rare Antique Ming Style Square Table with Rattan Top. It is constructed with Si-Ping Flushed-and-flat Corner Joinery with the original dark lacquer finish. The rattan top has been replaced. This elegant table elevated with its slimmed down legs has just the right proportions for its early elegant design. Estimated to be from the 17-18th century or possibly older. Dimensions: 26 7/8" x 28 5/8" x 28 3/4" H

  • #26067 Antique Small Gilt-Painted Black Lacquer Cabinet

    Small Cabinet and Chest Chinese Furiture ...

    950.00

    485.00

    Antique Small Gilt-Painted Black Lacquer Cabinet. With elegant original painted circled vegetation pattern and key design. Excellent large size old brass fitting. Inside has a shelf. 19th century. Great as a bedside cabinet, for entryway, or at any space that needs a piece with a narrower depth! Dimensions: 23 5/8" L x14 1/8" D x 29 1/2" H

  • #26066 Antique Taller Red Lacquer Stand/ Table with Drawer and Shelf (SOLD)

    Side Table and Square Table Chinese Furiture ...

    950.00

    570.00

    Antique Taller Chinese Red Lacquer Stand/ Table with A Drawer and A Shelf. Late 19-eary 20th century. Some worn spots on the old red lacquer. As is. Great for that little corner in a bathroom, living room, or even at an entryway! Dimensions: 19 3/4" L x 13" D x 30" H

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