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Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Carved Lacquer Cabinet on Stand.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
for sale €17,550     $19,050
£15,000
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Carved Lacquer Cabinet on Stand.

19th century
Description

This exquisite late 19th-century Chinese export lacquer cabinet is a stunning testament to traditional craftsmanship. Standing on an elegantly carved wooden frame, it features intricate floral motifs meticulously hand-carved and lacquered in vibrant hues of orange, green, and gold. The two front doors are adorned with a dramatic dragon and peony design, symbolizing strength and prosperity. Inside, the cabinet reveals multiple drawers, each embellished with delicate floral inlays, offering both beauty and functionality. The rich black lacquer base complements the vivid carvings, making it a striking focal point in any setting, embodying the elegance of Chinese artistry and design.

Physical Dimensions
Height
156.21cm (61.50")
Width
101.6cm (40.00")
Depth
50.8cm (20.00")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Chinoiserie Carved Lacquer Cabinet to the 19th Century.

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SA1218228
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SKU00002719
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Description
This exquisite late 19th-century Chinese export lacquer cabinet is a stunning testament to traditional craftsmanship.
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Standing on an elegantly carved wooden frame, it features intricate floral motifs meticulously hand-carved and lacquered in vibrant hues of orange, green, and gold.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

The two front doors are adorned with a dramatic dragon and peony design, symbolizing strength and prosperity. Inside, the cabinet reveals multiple drawers, each embellished with delicate floral inlays, offering both beauty and functionality. The rich black lacquer base complements the vivid carvings, making it a striking focal point in any setting, embodying the elegance of Chinese artistry and design.

Height
156.21cm (61.50")
Width
101.6cm (40.00")
Depth
50.8cm (20.00")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Chinoiserie Carved Lacquer Cabinet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218228
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002719
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base.
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Archive I A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base.

Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Carved Lacquer Cabinet on Stand.

Archive II A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View II
Archive III A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View III
Archive IV A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View IV
Archive V A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View V
Archive VI A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View VI
Archive VII A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View VII
Archive VIII A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View VIII
Archive IX A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View IX
Archive X A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View X
Archive XI A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base. View XI
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Telephone 077 1010 7505
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76 Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1RL
United Kingdom
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base.
Late 19th Century Chinoiserie carved Lacquer cabinet on stand.
Ref: SA1218228
A late nineteenth-century black and polychrome carved lacquer cabinet featuring relief peony and dragon motifs, fitted brass hardware, and a matching stand base.
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Chinoiserie lacquer furniture represents a European decorative tradition that gained prominence in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, reflecting Western fascination with Asian craftsmanship. European makers imitated East Asian lacquering techniques, applying raised relief motifs, floral patterns, and mythical beasts to European furniture forms.

These pieces were typically constructed from softwood or hardwood frames, finished with built-up layers of tree resin or shellac polish. Ornamental details involved hand-carved wood panels, pigmented glazes, gilding, and custom-hammered brass fittings such as decorative lockplates and corner mounts.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples display natural age-related craquelure, subtle wear around hand-engraved metal fittings, and irregularities consistent with manual wood carving. The underside and backboards generally show hand-sawn timber marks and unvarnished aging rather than modern machine production.

A carved lacquer cabinet serves as a focal accent piece when set against neutral, understated walls. Placing it alongside contemporary minimalist seating or within a eclectic gallery wall setting creates an engaging contrast between historical ornamentation and modern linear forms.

Keep lacquerware away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent the wood substrate from expanding and cracking the surface lacquer. Dust gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, waxes, or moisture that can degrade delicate carved pigments.
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