Painted Scholars' Cabinet

c. 1850
$7,800 USD SOLD
Dimensions
W: 49.0" D: 22.75" H: 72.5"
Materials
Paint
Northern Elmwood
Brass
Lacquer
Collection #
BJB016
Estimated Shipping
$688

Seamlessly constructed and lacquered black, this spectacular Qing-dynasty cabinet provides the perfect blank canvas for dozens of painted scholars' objects, including vases, censors, brush pots, books, and auspicious fruits and flowers. Still vividly colored after centuries of use, the lavish decorations cover the cabinet from top to bottom, complemented by brass moon and dagger hardware.

Additional Dimensions:
Top Shelf: 43.75"W x 19.75"D x 16.5"H
Middle Shelf: 43.75"W x 19.75"D x 17.75"H
Bottom Shelf: 43.75"W x 19.75"D x 22"H
Bottom Compartment: 43.75"W x 19.75"D x 7"H

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