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Sale Price £6,800 (was £8,500) - Monumental Black and Red Lacquered Cabinet

Shanxi Province, early 18thC

Dimensions: W:159 D:60 H:240 (cm)
Reference: C101

£6,800

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  • Description

    This well preserved grand black and red lacquered multi – panelled C18th cabinet is an iconic design from Shanxi Province.  The dramatic symmetrical panelling adds an impressive and refined linear effect to the design, the verticality itself made even more pronounced by its carved legs being longer than on most cabinets.

    The original patina presents itself with some crackling of the old thick lacquer. A carved apron and faded floral paintings decorate the cabinet.

    The design can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) as small green-glazed pottery multi panelled cabinets from the Ming have been excavated from burial sites in Shanxi and Shaanxi.

    Each panel is beautifully/handsomely framed in red lacquer and molding separates each panel.  The original metal lock plates and pulls and drawer handles have been replaced with the design being in the genre of the period.   Original small metal hinges secure the two exterior doors.

    The presence of this towering Chinese statement piece would be an impressive aesthetically interesting piece of furniture in a room.

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an iconic design in a grad scale from noted Shanxi Province

  • Rare genuine antiques
  • Highly appreciated sympathetic restoration
  • International delivery available

  • Over many years I have found Sharon’s treasure trove of Chinese furniture a wonderful insight into China’s history and heritage. Each piece tells a story of bygone days and I only wish I had more space to accommodate even more items.

    Lou Tabor

  • We are absolutely delighted with the our tall red lacquered leather Chinese hat-box we purchased from Sharon Fitzsimmons. We were looking for an interesting and unusual piece, and this absolutely fits the brief. The quality, colour and size are perfect for our needs, both in appearance and as a useful side-table. Not only that, but we have an interesting talking point for our guests!

    Peter and Joanna Ruddock

  • I have a modern house and the clean lines of antique Chinese furniture suit it very well. The occasional red lacquer piece looks striking, such as a coffer I use as a sideboard in my dining area. I particularly love a pair of narrow, columnar walnut Gansu cabinets and I think they will enhance a contemporary walnut dining table I am awaiting delivery. I like the visual interest of old wood and mixing old and new adds character to a decor.

    Tina MacFarlane
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Why Choose a Piece from the Collection

We have a rigorous selection criteria that every late Qing Dysnasty (1644-1911) piece must meet: authenticity, rarity, originality, function and fine craftsmanship. The provenance varies but is mostly Shanxi Province, a region renowned for Qing furniture. We offer diversity, and styles range from classical to vernacular. Over the many years the true testimony of our selection process is that customers are more than satisfied, and are often repeat buyers, as pieces are consistently proven to enhance interiors.

Restoration as Conservation of Antiques

Dedicated singlemindedness in carefully and painstakingly restoring every single antique, simple or complex, has resulted in a sympathetic conservation of antiques, pleasingly meeting customers satisfaction. Our restorers have an understanding of the original craftsman’s skills such as joinery, lacquering, carving, painting and other age old carpentry ways. Each restoration is done by experienced and skilled craftsmen with great attention to detail. On completion each piece is a stand alone form, with presence, integrity and artistic personality.

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