Good Antique Older Shandong Style Carved Coffer with Old Lacquer. This wonderful antique coffer has a deeper depth that makes it an ideal piece for a kitche isle or any space requiring a larger wlorkable surface. Made of northern Chinese elm, Yu wood, this coffer is beautifully carved with simpler motives, compared to many elaborately carved Shandong coffers, including triangular shaped half-floral motif with multiple petals at the face of the drawers, as well as a special Ming style motif of curved long grass or floral design tied in the middle. The carved long spandrels on the two sides are also carved with the similar curved floral and leaf design with flower buds, infused with cloud or ruyi like pattern that is similar to a stylized dragon. Some of the brass fitting has been replaced, otherwise, the coffer itself is in excellent condition as it still retains all the original aged lacquer finish at the front of coffer. The top has been worn and possibly lightly stripped as well to reveal the beautiful wood grain. The drawers are big and deep, great for storing objects. Possibly from the 18-19th century.

Dimensions: 41 1/2" L x 28 1/4" D x 33 3/4" H

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