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Unusual Early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench Inlaid with Mother of Pearl
For sale by Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
for sale €8,132     $8,827
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Unusual Early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench Inlaid with Mother of Pearl

19th century
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Unusual Late 19th early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench inlaid with mother of pearl

Large settee with a three-part back rest carved with deer and mythical animals in a lush garden landscape and inset with marble panels over a hard seat, the side panels decorated and inlaid and with marble panels and extensive mother-of-pearl embellishments. Including birds, dragons, flowers etc.,

Excellent quality and in need of restoration which we can carry out in our own workshop and will be completed before delivery.

Delivery to any UK address is included in the asking price and we offer Worldwide shipping which we can quote for .

Measurements are:

Total length 189cm

Height Max 108cm

Depth 62.5cm

Seat height 52cm.

If you would like any further information please do enquire.

Many thanks for looking

Chris

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
189cm (74.41")
Depth
62.5cm (24.61")
Declaration

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Chinese Inlaid Hardwood Bench to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1142810
Dealers Internal Reference
9876
Description
Unusual Late 19th early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench inlaid with mother of pearl

Large settee with a three-part back rest carved with deer and mythical animals in a lush garden landscape and inset with marble panels over a hard seat, the side panels decorated and inlaid and with marble panels and extensive mother-of-pearl embellishments. Including birds, dragons, flowers etc.,

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Excellent quality and in need of restoration which we can carry out in our own workshop and will be completed before delivery.
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
fig 1. Early 20th-century Chinese export hardwood bench featuring intricate mother-of-pearl floral inlays and three inset grey marble back panels.
fig 1. Unusual Early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench Inlaid with Mother of Pearl

Delivery to any UK address is included in the asking price and we offer Worldwide shipping which we can quote for .

Measurements are:

Total length 189cm

Height Max 108cm

Depth 62.5cm

Seat height 52cm.

If you would like any further information please do enquire.

Many thanks for looking

Chris

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
189cm (74.41")
Depth
62.5cm (24.61")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Chinese Inlaid Hardwood Bench to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1142810
Dealers Internal Ref
9876
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010
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Archive I Early 20th-century Chinese export hardwood bench featuring intricate mother-of-pearl floral inlays and three inset grey marble back panels.

Unusual Early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench Inlaid with Mother of Pearl

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Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01386 700 085
Location
Unit 96
Northwick Business Centre
Blockley
Gloucestershire
GL56 9RF
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ct
Verified Since Oct 2010
Items For Sale 65
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Early 20th-century Chinese export hardwood bench featuring intricate mother-of-pearl floral inlays and three inset grey marble back panels.
Unusual early 20th Century Large Chinese Export Bench inlaid with mother of pearl
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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialHardwood, Mother of Pearl, Marble
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl inlay, Dream stone marble panels, Carved apron, Step-top backrest
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 189 cm (74 in) x D 62.5 cm (25 in)

This Chinese export bench is a large settee from the late 19th or early 20th century, styled with a step-top backrest and carved apron. Made from dark brown hardwood, it has an extensive mother-of-pearl inlay of floral patterns, birds, and dragons across the frame, complemented by three inset grey dream stone marble panels along the backrest. The piece stands on carved rectangular legs with openwork scroll details beneath the seat and low armrests at each end. Measuring 189 cm wide, 62.5 cm deep, and 108 cm high with a 52 cm seat height, this large bench provides substantial seating on a hard wooden surface. It fits into spacious interior settings such as a grand hallway, living room, or reception area as a statement seating option.

FAQs

Chinese export furniture from the early 20th century consists of traditional Asian forms adapted for Western buyers, often constructed from dense dark hardwoods like rosewood or hongmu and decorated with elaborate mother-of-pearl inlays, relief carvings, and natural marble panels.

These benches were typically crafted using dense tropical hardwoods such as rosewood, zitan, or hongmu, inlaid with hand-carved iridescent mother-of-pearl (nacre) shells, and frequently fitted with inset panels of figured Dali marble, often termed dream stone.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut, slightly irregular mother-of-pearl fragments fitted precisely into hand-chiseled recesses, alongside natural Dali marble panels displaying organic grey and white patterns resembling misty landscapes.

A Chinese export bench can be positioned as a statement focal point in a large entrance hall, foyer, or grand living area, paired with simple modern lighting or neutral textiles to highlight the intricate dark wood and nacre detail.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or near radiator heat sources to prevent wood shrinkage, and refrain from using harsh chemical cleansers that could loosen the shell inlay or dull the natural marble polish.
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