Chinese Chest of Drawers

Chinese Chest of Drawers

The perfect blend of modern practicality and traditional Chinese style, our Chinese chests of drawers are available in a selection of styles to suit all interiors. From simple rustic options in natural, solid wood, through to ornate designs and lacquered finishes, our chests of drawers are ideal for the living spaces in your home. Our chests of drawers also come in various shapes and sizes, including compact two drawer chests, ideal for use as bedside cabinets, through to tall boys and antique herbalist and apothecary chests.

Carved Elm Antique Coffer New
£2,895.00

Carved Elm Antique Coffer

ATK-TA-2121023

Shaanxi, circa 1860 This exquisitely carved coffer would once have been used to store important documents or valuables. It originates from Shaanxi ...

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£2,895.00
Two Drawer Carved Elm Table New
£1,645.00

Two Drawer Carved Elm Table

ATK-TA-820923

Shanxi, circa 1870 This unusual chest is from Shanxi in central China. The original dark finish, still largely in place on the sides, has worn on t...

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£1,645.00
Antique Chinese Apothecary Chest New
£4,295.00

Antique Chinese Apothecary Chest

ATK-TA-1590823

Shanxi, circa 1880 This wonderful apothecary chest is in a lovely condition, and exhibits fine craftsmanship and design. Originally, it would have ...

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£4,295.00
Five Drawer Painted Chest
£1,995.00

Five Drawer Painted Chest

ATK-TL-223568

Shandong, circa 1920 Once lacquered in bright colours, this old chest has worn to leave a pared back, rustic look that would bring real character t...

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£1,995.00
Antique Chinese Carved Shandong Storage Coffer
£1,595.00

Carved Shandong Storage Coffer

ATK-BH-220507

Shandong, circa 1900 This old storage chest is from the northeast Chinese province of Shandong, and is quite typical of the robust, thick framed fu...

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£1,595.00
Antique Chinese Medicine Chest
£4,995.00

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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£4,995.00
Walnut Seven Drawer Altar Table
£5,495.00

Walnut Seven Drawer Altar Table

ATC-TA-021020

Shanxi, circa 1860 This gorgeous altar table is in walnut, with a beautiful golden brown colour and tone to the wood. Walnut is prevalent around Sh...

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£5,495.00
Distressed Blue Storage Chest
£995.00

Distressed Blue Storage Chest

ATK-TA-1151120

Gansu, circa 1900 Originally used to store valuables and personal possessions, it is likely that the bottom drawer here would once have been a fixe...

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£995.00
Twelve Drawer Chest
£1,345.00

Twelve Drawer Chest

CRG-TK01

The twelve deep drawers on this large chest allow plenty of room for clothes in a bedroom, or use it to store shoes or as a dining sideboard. The d...

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£1,345.00
Country Herbalist Chest
£1,295.00

Country Herbalist Chest

CRG-TK02

This lovely solid wood chest in our beautiful rustic elm finish is based on the drawers used by Chinese herbalists to store the herbs and remedies ...

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£1,295.00
Five Drawer Chest
£1,245.00

Five Drawer Chest

CRG-TK03

Three full width, deep drawers and two smaller drawers at the top of this handsome chest provide plenty of storage space for clothes in a bedroom. ...

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£1,245.00
Country Small Herbalist
£795.00

Country Small Herbalist Chest

CRG-TK04

This little chest is a great size to be used as a bedside cabinet or as a side table next to a sofa, with plenty of space inside each of the four s...

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£795.00
Twelve Drawer Chest, Chocolate
£1,345.00

Twelve Drawer Chest, Chocolate

CRG-CO-TK01

The twelve deep drawers of this stunning chocolate colour chest have each been left in the natural wood colour on the inside. With ample storage sp...

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£1,345.00
Country Herbalist Chest, Chocolate
£1,295.00

Country Herbalist Chest, Chocolate

CRG-CO-TK02

With twelve drawers ideally sized to hold CDs and DVDs and two wider drawers below, this beautiful chest is based on the old apothecary cabinets us...

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£1,295.00
Five Drawer Chest, Chocolate
£1,245.00

Five Drawer Chest, Chocolate

CRG-CO-TK03

This stunning chest of drawers is perfect for bedroom storage or in a living room, with plenty of space inside the three full width and two half wi...

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£1,245.00
Country Small Herbalist, Chocolate
£795.00

Country Small Herbalist, Chocolate

CRG-CO-TK04

Ideally sized to sit next to a sofa or to use as a bedside cabinet, this little chest has four small drawers that are perfectly sized for CDs and D...

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£795.00
Carved Shanxi Elm Coffer
£1,495.00

Carved Shanxi Elm Coffer

ATK-TA-182124

Shanxi, circa 1860 This stunning chest is from Shanxi province, where it would have been used as a coffer to store money and valuables. Made from e...

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£1,495.00
Three Drawer Carved Antique Coffer Table
£1,695.00

Three Drawer Carved Antique Coffer Table

ATC-TA-660822

Shaanxi, circa 1880 The lovely, deep carvings and metal studs on the drawers of this table are a typical feature of the tables and storage chests p...

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£1,695.00
Antique Chinese Apothecary Counter
£4,995.00

Antique Chinese Apothecary Counter

ATC-TA-1580922

Shanxi, circa 1860 This highly unusual sideboard would have been produced for use as a shop counter for a Chinese apothecary. Larger bottles and ot...

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£4,995.00
Six Drawer Antique Carved Coffer
£3,395.00

Six Drawer Antique Carved Coffer

ATC-TA-1680422

Shaanxi, circa 1880 This wonderful table is in the distinctive style seen in furniture from the central Chinese province of Shaanxi - location of t...

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£3,395.00
Five Drawer Antique Shaanxi Carved Coffer
£2,995.00

Five Drawer Antique Shaanxi Carved Coffer

ATC-TA-1780622

Shaanxi, circa 1880 This is a lovely example of the heavily carved coffers and tables produced in the central province of Shaanxi. The chest would ...

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£2,995.00

Chinese chests of drawers for any room in your home

Chests of drawers have been a feature of homes throughout Asia for many centuries and were used to store a wide range of items including medicines. Our versatile range is perfect for many different uses; from storage for clothing and accessories, through to unique kitchen storage or a practical solution to media storage. You’ll find that our range includes both antique oriental furniture and brand new items: new items are made from hardwood timber by skilled craftsmen using traditional joinery techniques. Antique items are carefully chosen by us and offer a great way to add a touch of history to your home. At Shimu we also have a collection of stunning accessories to complement our furniture, including rugs, ornaments, soft furnishings, wall art and lighting. If you would like to find out more about our Chinese furniture and homewares, please get in touch by calling 0800 088 6800.

 

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