755 Prior Ave N #235C, St Paul, MN, US, United States
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Join Revere for our annual summer Asian sale. Featuring an extraordinary collection of valuable carved jade, rare metalwork, and lovely paintings. Explore the history of China, Japan, and East Asia through the selection of works offered in this sale. Highlights of this sale include a large double Qing embroidery, huanghuali furniture, and an extraordinary parcel gilt bronze censer in the style of Hu Wenming.
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LOT 8:
Late 19th c. Chinese Lacquered Wood Seal Chest
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Sold for: $150
Start price:
$
100
Estimated price :
$200 - $400
Buyer's Premium: 26%
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Late 19th c. Chinese Lacquered Wood Seal Chest
Late 19th century Chinese lacquered wood seal chest. With metal fittings and handles of foliate forms; one fitting along the lower half of both doors in the form of a yin-yang symbol that may swivel to secure both doors shut. The doors along the front open to reveal an interior with one large drawer along the lower edge of the chest as well as six small drawers; two drawers affixed to the inside of each door and two small drawers within the main body of the chest. The lid flips open to reveal a mirror and red lacquered vanity surface. There are painted accents throughout the exterior depicting flowers and birds as well as a painted scene along the facade of the chest depicting two figures on horseback.
(Closed) height: 8 1/2 in x width: 10 1/2 in x depth: 13 1/4 in.
Condition: No major breaks, splits, or losses. Lacking one hinge pin along the left side - this area is somewhat loose when opened. Lacking one prong for the lock along the front. Tarnishing to the metal elements. Some tarnishing to the mirror. All drawers open and close. Light wear throughout consistent with age and use.
