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Shanxi, circa 1850 The pure, quite austere design of this cabinet is one that developed early on in China and is usually referred to as a 'round co...
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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.
Shanxi, circa 1850 The pure, quite austere design of this cabinet is one that developed early on in China and is usually referred to as a 'round co...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1850 These rustic, simply styled benches are quite typical of seating used throughout China. Easily portable, they were used both ind...
View full detailsShanxi Carved Elm Temple Table
Shanxi, circa 1850 This wonderfully ornate, carved table is one of the best examples of the style that we have seen in recent years. It would once ...
View full detailsSquare Kang Table with Cabriole Legs
Shanxi, circa 1850 This elegant, square shaped table would have been used to serve food or drink, placed either on a heated kang platform in a Chin...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1850 With a beautifully carved apron and side spandrels that give it an unusual profile, this lovely, large console would have starte...
View full detailsAntique Elm Console with Shelf
Henan, circa 1900 Produced around the beginning of the last century in Henan province, this simple table is made from chunky elm wood, with a thic...
View full detailsCarved Antique Lattice Window Panel
Jiangsu, circa 1880 This lovely wall panel was produced around the end of the Qing dynasty in Jiangsu province, to the north of Shanghai. Originall...
View full detailsPair of Shanxi Yoke-Back Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1900 These elegant chairs are from Shanxi province in central China, and are a great example of the classic 'yoke-back' or 'official'...
View full detailsGansu, circa 1900 This lovely carved panel is in a duck egg blue finish, with delicately carved floral lattice work set in a square frame. It comes...
View full detailsCarved Lattice Wooden Wall Panel
Gansu, circa 1900 This intricately carved wooden panel features a beautifully carved floral pattern, set within thick frames. It would once have be...
View full detailsGansu, circa 1900 Originally used as an internal window frame, this lovely lattice panel would make an unusual wall decoration. It is still in the ...
View full detailsPair of Shanxi Lamphanger Chairs
Shanxi, circa 1880 These lovely chairs are in elm wood and originate from Shanxi province in central China. They are referred to as 'Yoke-Back' (or...
View full detailsAntique 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 1880 This simply designed table is in a style referred to in Chinese as a 'ta'. It would originally have been produced as a daybed, u...
View full detailsDongbei, circa 1900 This unusual, pale wood cabinet is from China's northeast region of Dongbei. It is made from poplar, stripped back to the natur...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 This simple little stool is in elm wood, with a lovely grain particularly on the seat. The straight legs end without decorative ...
View full detailsPair of Tall Antique Elm Armchairs
Shanxi, circa 1860 These wonderful armchairs are from Shanxi province and have unusually high backs, giving them a very grand appearance. Made from...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1900 Once forming part of an internal divider these carved panels would make a lovely architectural feature hung on a wall or even hu...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 The long, narrow proportions of this elegant table make it easy to fit into a hallway as a display surface for family photos and...
View full detailsGansu, circa 1900 Originally used to store valuables and personal possessions, it is likely that the bottom drawer here would once have been a fixe...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This beautiful pair of chairs dates from the late 19th century. They were produced in Shanxi province and made from elm wood, wi...
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 detailsShanxi, circa 1900 In a classic Chinese style, this simple, narrow bench in elm wood is highly versatile as a side table or used for seating. The r...
View full detailsReproduction This low level table has been newly made using old elm timbers, left in a very natural finish that shows off the deep, attractive grai...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This long, low table would be perfect in front of a sofa as a long coffee table. It is made from walnut, with the original dark ...
View full detailsGansu, circa 1900 This unusual wall panel is made up of eight rows of eight flowers, each indivdually carved and set within a thick outer frame. Th...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1880 This understated table is narrow enough to fit in smaller spaces, ideal as a console or side table. It is in a classic Chinese '...
View full detailsWalnut Seven Drawer Altar Table
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...
View full detailsSmall Two Door Gansu Sideboard
Gansu, circa 1920 With traces of red lacquer around the front frames this lovely cabinet has wonderful autumnal tones with its dark wood top surfa...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1920 At well over two metres in length, this imposing altar table would make a real statement as a large console in a hallway or rece...
View full detailsPair of Rustic Horseshoe Armchairs
Shandong, circa 1900 This lovely pair of chairs are in a rustic, vernacular style that developed from the more elegant horseshoe armchair design. R...
View full detailsLarge Chinese Antique Elm Daybed
Shanxi, circa 1890 Produced as a daybed in Shanxi province at the end of the nineteenth century, this would have real impact as a long, large coff...
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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