Spring Exceptionelle
Lot 17:
Description
Keywords: No reserve, lacquered wood vitrine, figural relief panels, gilt openwork frieze, pierced carving, glass display case, scholar’s furniture, narrative scenes, vermilion lacquer, curio cabinet
Summary:
Chinese red-lacquered openwork carved wood display cabinet, 19th century. Rectangular vitrine with glazed door and interior shelves, framed by gilt and polychrome relief panels depicting narrative court and village scenes; pierced openwork frieze to the cornice and carved apron on straight stile legs
Measurement: 68 3/4 x 46 3/4 x 17 1/4 in. (174.6 x 118.7 x 43.8 cm.) approx
Condition: Cracks, Scuffs, Old restorations. Doors do not lock or stay closed. Other imperfections. Still remains sturdy.
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