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Large Pair of 17th C. Chinese Carved Wooden Corbels
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for sale €8,775     $9,525
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Large Pair of 17th C. Chinese Carved Wooden Corbels

17th century
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Large Pair of 17th c. Chinese Carved Wooden Corbels

Lovely and rare pair of Chinese wood carved corbels from the 17th century, late Ming/early Qing.

The large corbels (which holding the main beam at the entrance of a house) depicting figures, one with

bow and arrow on horseback with their servants of which one holds a shield with a phoenix (it

symbolized that loyalty and honesty were in the people that lived there).

The large wooden corbels have minute faint residue of the original paint.

The corbels have some slight damage due to it age.

Dimensions: Height approx. 28 Inches (71cm) without the peg - Width approx. 20 Inches (51cm) - Depth approx. 8 Inches (20cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Original Retro has dated these Chinese Carved Timber Corbels to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122574
Dealers Notes

Valley Antique Centre

Hollins Mill

Suite 5 Unit 8

Pennine Industrial Park

Valley Road

Hebden Bridge

HX7 7BZ

(0044) 01422 887420 or (0044) 07780 687139

Openings Times:

Every day from 10 pm - 16.00 am

Description
Large Pair of 17th c. Chinese Carved Wooden Corbels

Lovely and rare pair of Chinese wood carved corbels from the 17th century, late Ming/early Qing.

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The large corbels (which holding the main beam at the entrance of a house) depicting figures, one with.
Original Retro
fig 1. A pair of deeply carved natural timber architectural corbels depicting figures mounted on horses amidst floral motifs.
fig 1. Large Pair of 17th C. Chinese Carved Wooden Corbels

bow and arrow on horseback with their servants of which one holds a shield with a phoenix (it

symbolized that loyalty and honesty were in the people that lived there).

The large wooden corbels have minute faint residue of the original paint.

The corbels have some slight damage due to it age.

Dimensions: Height approx. 28 Inches (71cm) without the peg - Width approx. 20 Inches (51cm) - Depth approx. 8 Inches (20cm)

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Original Retro has dated these Chinese Carved Timber Corbels to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122574
Original Retro
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
Dealer Profile

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Telephone 01422 887420 or 07780 687139
Location
Valley Antique Centre
Suite 5 Unit 8
Pennine Industrial Park
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 7BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/originalretro
Verified Since Jul 2011
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FAQs

In traditional Chinese architecture, wooden corbels and brackets (often part of dougong structural systems) were designed to support heavy overhanging roof eaves and transfer loads to vertical columns without requiring metal fasteners. Beyond their structural role, these elements were heavily carved with symbolic motifs to reflect the status of the building and its owners.

Traditional Chinese architectural carvings were typically crafted from durable indigenous hardwoods such as camphor, elm, or cypress. Artisans used complex mortise and tenon joinery along with multi-layered high-relief carving techniques to execute intricate figural and floral patterns.

Authentic period pieces show natural surface wear, hand-chiselled tool marks, and appropriate age-related shrinkage along the wood grain. Structural elements often feature integral mortise or tenon projections used to interlock the piece into larger timber framing.

Architectural corbels can be mounted as sculptural wall art, positioned to frame a doorway or alcove, or fitted with discreet glass shelves to serve as decorative wall brackets in contemporary spaces.

Keep carved timber items in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking. Dust regularly using a soft dry brush, and avoid applying water or chemical cleaners that could strip historic patination.
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