Qing Fretwork Pair of Rosewood Architectural Panels

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #797804
24-90

A pair of architectural panels from 19th century China have an elegantly simple fretwork design. Made of rosewood, the half-round pieces comprising the pattern are fitted together to form curving lines that emphasize the soft sheen of the smooth wood surfaces. Four abstract trees can be seen in the fretwork pattern. In China, these pieces may have been rescued from interior windows of an old house that was demolished, or they may have been part of a large canopied marriage bed. Both panels are ... Click for details

Qing Cypress Octagonal Lidded Box

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #791083
62-54

Carvings of flowers representing the seasons and auspicious wishes surround this octagonal 19th century Chinese lidded box. The cypress wood container is constructed of eight panels held together with metal bands. Flower carvings are set within a rectangular frame in each panel. This piece is in very good condition. Dimensions: height 12" (31 cm), diameter 13-1/2" (34 cm).

A Chinese Burl Wood Basin, Late 19th Century

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #749226
10371

Very rare seem Chinese wood basin made from a solid piece of burl wood and has been covered with a burgundy lacquer. Apart of some signs of wear, it is in excellent condition.

Diameter 10 1/2 x Height 2 1/2 inch (26.6 x 6.6 cm)

Chinese street food hawker wooden plates

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1910: item #724393
1742

Excellent set of lacquered twelve wooden plates, circa late Qing Dynasty, in carrying frame. These would have used by a street food seller where the food would have been cooked on the spot and served to hungry customers, please note that one side of carrier hinges out make easy access to the plates. These are still quite usable, for picnics etc. There are few checks in the frame but all the plates are in fine condition. Plates D: 20.5cm/8in and H: 3.5cm/1.2in- frame height: 46.5cm/18in... Click for details

Chinese Hongmu (Blackwood) Square Stand, 19th Century

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #696902
10225

A single hongmu panel inserted into four sides of flush aprons supported by pronounced humped form legs, joined at the base by low humpback stretchers, each leg terminating in an outward-curved foot pad. The top has four carved sides edged with a beaded stop. Obviously this stand was a custom made item for display purposes; probably for an important object. The stand is in excellent condition with some age wear and a few minor chips on the foot.... Click for details

Chinese Teacup Box Red Lacquer Over Wood

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1920: item #674108
58-49

An early 20th century Chinese box made for storing small teacups, this piece is an example of an everyday utilitarian object with design and workmanship that stands the test of time. The box is constructed of shaped wood staves fitted together in barrel fashion and secured top and bottom with brass bands. The lid is in two parts with the back half affixed and the front half removable so that the stacked cups were secure but easily taken out of the container. The box is lacquered in dark red with... Click for details

Pair Fretwork Panels Interlocking Chain Design

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #650510
62-20

Nicely grained beechwood gives this pair of late 19th century Chinese panels a smooth, satin-like finish. The fretwork design is elegantly simple but required numerous carefully cut and carved pieces of wood fitted together to create the look of an interlocking wood chain. The panels were used in a horizontal orientation and most likely were part of a large day bed. The metal hangers are new and recently added. These panels are ideally sized for use as headboards over twin beds. They are in exce... Click for details

Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Wood Footrest or Display Stand

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #584580

Chinese elmwood foot stool with a lattice patterned top. The wood has a slightly red stained appearance. Late 19th century. 24 1/2"L x 12"D x 7 1/4"H. Very sturdy construction in good overall condition. Some minor cracks and slight warping consistent with its age and use. This piece would also function nicely as a display table.

5 Miniature Bonsai/Display/Offering Tables

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #570561

Very rare and delicate 19th Century Rosewood and Marble miniature tables, ideal for placing nice art objects such as Porcelain, Statuettes or a Bonsai. 19th Century China, size:H. 10.5cm x L. 26cm x W.18cm. Good condition, collection of 5 pieces, will sell separately and price quoted is for each.

Large Dowry Basket, Ching Dynasty 19th century

Chinese: Furniture: Accessories Pre 1900: item #551806

This large basket, made of bent wood with red lacquer and cast iron fittings, seperates into four compartments. The interior is covered in lacquered cloth, a technique more common to older pieces, so it may be a bit earlier. It measures approximately 38.75x34.25x17.75 inches (98.5x87x45 cm.)