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A 19th Century Red Lacquered Chinese Cabinet
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A 19th Century Red Lacquered Chinese Cabinet

1900 - 1920
Description

19th Century Chinese hardwood lacquered cabinet. The cabinet is decorated with floral decorations and is fitted with two small drawers. Originally it would have had two doors. concealing the shelf and drawers inside. However, it still makes a unique shelf unit and the price reflects the missing doors.

Wherever possible, we personally deliver items to ensure they arrive in excellent condition and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.

We offer a 14-day returns policy for your peace of mind. If you are not fully satisfied, you may return the item for a full refund. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Date of Manufacture

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet to the 1900s.

Independent Date Check ID 09464743
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Hand-painted gold motifs on red lacquer: traditional late Qing regional workshop painting.
Solid backboards with natural shrinkage gaps: gradual seasoning of old timber.
Empty hinge housings and frame rubs: consistent with the absent original doors.
Brass ring pulls on shaped backplates: period Chinese cabinet fittings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209249
Dealers Internal Reference
HFOS1290
Description
19th Century Chinese hardwood lacquered cabinet. The cabinet is decorated with floral decorations and is fitted with two small drawers. Originally it would have had two doors. concealing the shelf and drawers inside. However, it still makes a unique shelf unit and the price reflects the missing doors.
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Wherever possible, we personally deliver items to ensure they arrive in excellent condition and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.
Pear Tree Antiques
fig 1. A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers.
fig 1. A 19th Century Red Lacquered Chinese Cabinet

We offer a 14-day returns policy for your peace of mind. If you are not fully satisfied, you may return the item for a full refund. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Date of Manufacture

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09464743
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Hand-painted gold motifs on red lacquer: traditional late Qing regional workshop painting.
Solid backboards with natural shrinkage gaps: gradual seasoning of old timber.
Empty hinge housings and frame rubs: consistent with the absent original doors.
Brass ring pulls on shaped backplates: period Chinese cabinet fittings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209249
Dealers Internal Ref
HFOS1290
Pear Tree Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2021
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Archive I A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers.

A 19th Century Red Lacquered Chinese Cabinet

Archive II A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View II
Archive III A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View VIII
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Archive X A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers. View X
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Pear Tree Antiques
Telephone 07974 570540
Location
Malmesbury
Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/peartreeantiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
Items For Sale 55
Items Sold 179
Pear Tree Antiques
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A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers.
A 19th Century Red Lacquered Chinese Cabinet
Ref: SA1209249
A 19th-century red lacquered Chinese open cabinet featuring hand-painted floral motifs on the outer frame and a central shelf with two small drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialLacquer, Wood, Brass
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsHand-painted floral motifs, Open shelving, Small drawers with brass pull handles, Lacquered frame
  • SizeH 176 cm (69 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This 19th-century Chinese open cabinet belongs to the Qing Dynasty period and stands 176 cm high, 117 cm wide, and 48 cm deep. The piece is constructed from hardwood with a red lacquered finish, displaying hand-painted floral motifs across the outer frame and lower panel. The cabinet includes open shelving and a central section fitted with two small drawers featuring brass pull handles. Originally equipped with two doors that have since been removed, the exposed interior reveals vertical timber planking and signs of age and wear. The structure sits on short upright legs and functions today as a statement display unit in a living room, hallway, or dining space for books, ceramics, or decorative objects. In a modern home, this unique shelving unit provides practical storage and display space while adding traditional character. The rich red and dark wood tones contrast with the brass hardware on the drawer fronts, offering a visually striking focal point for an interior. The open format allows for easy access and visibility of items placed on the shelves, making it well suited for everyday use. Its distinct aesthetic suits eclectic, maximalist, or traditional interior schemes, anchoring a room with its historical presence and decorative surface detailing.

FAQs

Lacquerwork in China dates back thousands of years, reaching notable refined production during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Red lacquer was frequently created using cinnabar pigment, applied in multiple thin layers over wood to protect the structural timber and create a polished, decorative surface.

These cabinets were predominantly built using native timbers such as elm, pine, or camphorwood. The surfaces were treated with natural sap harvested from the lacquer tree (Toxicodendron vernicifluum), painted with mineral pigments, and occasionally accented with brass hardware.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural wear to the lacquer coating, structural mortise-and-tenon joinery without modern screws, hand-carved elements, and hand-applied pigments that show characteristic craquelure or age-related patina.

A red lacquer cabinet serves as a focal accent piece. It pairs well with neutral wall tones, minimalist modern seating, or eclectic interiors alongside potted greenery and ceramic collections.

Maintain stable humidity levels to prevent the timber core from warping or cracking. Dust softly with a dry microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical cleaners, and keep the item away from direct sunlight or immediate heat sources.
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