Antique Chinese Medicine Chest
ATK-TA-2651120
Shanxi, circa 1860 This beautiful medicine chest is one of the nicest we have come across in recent times. Once used either in a wealthy home or mo...
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We stock a wide range of beautiful Chinese antique furniture, offering the perfect way to bring the calm and elegance found in Asian interiors into your home. From stunning sideboards, cabinets and blanket boxes, through to chairs, beds and tables, every piece in our range is a work of art, making a unique and eye-catching statement. We work closely with our team of suppliers in China to hand-pick the finest Chinese antiques from the 18th century up to the early 20th century. In addition, because we are specialists in Chinese antique furniture, every piece is lovingly restored by highly skilled craftsmen to restore it to its original beauty, whilst retaining its character and rich patina.
Antique Chinese Medicine Chest
Shanxi, circa 1860 This beautiful medicine chest is one of the nicest we have come across in recent times. Once used either in a wealthy home or mo...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This imposing cabinet is in a box like, square-cornered style, with heavy metal hinges and door hardware. It was produced in Sha...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This cute little table in elm is from Shanxi province, the old black lacquer finish now worn around the top surface and feet. It...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 This pretty, painted trunk is of a type used by opera troupes in China to store their props and costumes. The trunks would be br...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1860 This beautiful cabinet dates from the 19th century and is from Shanxi province in central China. The style, with panelled doors ...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 Made from elm wood and still in its original dark lacquer finish, this handsome cabinet would be ideal today for storage in a be...
View full detailsPair of Elm Southern Official Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1880 These stylish, elegant armchairs are in a 'Southern Official' style, with the arms continuing down to meet the seat on curved po...
View full detailsGansu, circa 1920 This attractive old trunk is in its original black lacquer finish with simple paintings of peony flowers and foliage. Once in mo...
View full detailsLarge Teal Lacquer Storage Cabinet
Shanxi, circa 1920 At almost two metres in height, this wonderful imposing cabinet is in a minimalist style with the exception of the beautifully ...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1890 This unusual chest is of a type used at the end of the Qing dynasty, normally for holding valuables or documents. It is mounted ...
View full detailsHorseshoe Armchair with Bat Carving
Shanxi, circa 1880 This is one of the most beautiful horseshoe armchairs we have come across, with a gorgeous patina resulting from its years of us...
View full detailsShaanxi Cabinet with Dragon Carvings
Shaanxi, circa 1860 This wonderful old cabinet would have been used to store valuables and personal possessions, with the metal fixings over the d...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1860 This is a beautiful example of the classic Chinese altar table, used in temples and well-to-do homes throughout Chinese society....
View full detailsPainted Black Lacquer Blanket Box
Shanxi, circa 1920 This charming little blanket chest is in its original black lacquer finish with the old paintings of peony flowers now faded and...
View full detailsAntique Side Cabinet in Black Lacquer
Shanxi, circa 1850 This wonderful cabinet in elm oozes character, with the original black lacquer and now faded paintings all still in place. It co...
View full detailsBlack Lacquer Painted Display Cabinet
Qinghai, circa 1880 This stunning cabinet is in a beautiful condition, still with the old paintings and exquisite carving around the upper shelf s...
View full detailsQinghai, circa 1880 This large cabinet has a storage section at the bottom, with accessed through four doors, as well as an open shelf section abov...
View full detailsShaanxi, circa 1800 This extraordinary cabinet is from a temple in Shaanxi province in central China - home of the ancient Chinese capital of Xian....
View full detailsTibet, circa 1950 This little, low table is in pine wood and was made in Tibet around the middle of the 20th century. The shape and design are fair...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1860 This gorgeous cabinet in a now worn black and red lacquer is from Shanxi in central China. The lacquer is original, as is the si...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 This very unusual table is from Shanxi province. The front apron and spandrels are decorated with a highly stylised scrolling pa...
View full detailsSide Cabinet with Carved Drawers
Shaanxi, circa 1800 This striking cabinet is from the central province of Shaanxi and made from elm. The style, with ornate relief carvings on the ...
View full detailsPair of Shanxi Antique Elm Armchairs
Shanxi, circa 1890 This beautiful pair of chairs are in elm wood and come from Shanxi in central China. They are based on a style known as 'officia...
View full detailsQinghai Display Cabinet with Paintings
Qinghai, circa 1880 This large, black lacquer cabinet with an upper shelf is from Qinghai and the style and finish is distinctive of the region. In...
View full detailsLong Decorative Carved Panel in Red and Gold
Jiangsu, circa 1820 This long, horizontal piece once formed part of an ornate internal room divider and is made of elm wood. It originates from Jia...
View full detailsOur range of Chinese antique furniture includes everything you need to enhance and add beauty to your living spaces. From beds and daybeds, through to altar tables, trunks, chests and armoires - we offer a huge range of stunning pieces which have been carefully selected by our experienced team. Alongside our wide range of antique furniture we also offer a collection of accessories and homeware items, designed to look beautiful whilst being practical too. To find out more about our furniture, why not browse through our collections or get in touch by calling 0800 088 6800?
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