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A Fine William & Mary Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand
For sale by Ebury Trading
for sale €22,815     $24,765
£19,500
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A Fine William & Mary Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand

17th century
For Sale by Ebury Trading
Description

A William and Mary Gilt-Japanned Chinoiserie cabinet on gilt wood stand. The cabinet depicting Court and rural scenes, with pierced and engraved strapwork mounts and elaborate escutcheon plate with original lock and key. The interior fitted with ten drawers, depicting Court scenes, in overall very good condition, with refreshing to the lacquer, but signs of careful restoration. The interior displaying the original vibrancy of certain pigments. The renaissance carved gilt wood stand is probably Dutch, with the underside having iron strapwork supports.

c.1690

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Ebury Trading has dated this Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1233016
Dealers Internal Reference
ET03933
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www.eburytrading.com

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Description
A William and Mary Gilt-Japanned Chinoiserie cabinet on gilt wood stand.
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The cabinet depicting Court and rural scenes, with pierced and engraved strapwork mounts and elaborate escutcheon plate with original lock and key.
Ebury Trading

The interior fitted with ten drawers, depicting Court scenes, in overall very good condition, with refreshing to the lacquer, but signs of careful restoration. The interior displaying the original vibrancy of certain pigments. The renaissance carved gilt wood stand is probably Dutch, with the underside having iron strapwork supports.

c.1690

Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Ebury Trading has dated this Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233016
Dealers Internal Ref
ET03933
Ebury Trading
Ebury Trading
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2018

Antiques, lighting & the interior

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A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand.
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Archive I A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand.

A Fine William & Mary Chinoiserie Cabinet on Stand

Archive II A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View II
Archive III A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View III
Archive IV A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View IV
Archive V A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View V
Archive VI A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View VI
Archive VII A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View VII
Archive VIII A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View VIII
Archive IX A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View IX
Archive X A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand. View X
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Ebury Trading
Telephone 0207 881 0881
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CT17
United Kingdom

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A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand.
A FINE WILLIAM & MARY CHINOISERIE CABINET ON STAND
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A late seventeenth-century black japanned cabinet decorated with gilt chinoiserie figures and landscapes, mounted with intricate brass hinges and resting on an elaborate carved giltwood stand.
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  • ObjectCabinet on Stand
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam & Mary
  • MaterialJapanned Lacquer, Giltwood, Engraved Brass
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsChinoiserie landscape decoration, Engraved brass strap hinges and lockplate, Carved giltwood tapered legs
  • SizeH 150 cm (59 in) x W 82 cm (32 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This seventeenth-century William and Mary cabinet on stand combines a black and gold japanned lacquer cabinet with an elaborate carved giltwood stand. The cabinet features Chinese-style court and rural landscapes rendered in gold against a dark background, accented by pierced and engraved brass strap hinges, corner mounts, and a central lockplate. The rectangular cabinet sits upon a Renaissance-style gilded stand with four heavily carved, tapered legs and ornamental mouldings. The structure measures 150 cm high, 82 cm wide, and 61 cm deep. Placed in a reception room, study, or hallway, this imposing furnishing serves as a striking focal point while providing concealed storage for precious objects, books, or collections within its traditional elevated design.

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Originating in the late seventeenth century during the joint reign of William III and Mary II, chinoiserie furniture reflected European fascination with East Asian decorative arts. Craftsmen developed japanning, a European technique mimicking Asian lacquerwork using spirit varnishes and pigment to depict natural foliage, figures, and architectural motifs.

The main carcase of these pieces was typically constructed from timber such as pine or oak, overlaid with built-up layers of varnish and resin. Gilded raised decoration was executed using gesso and gold leaf, while stands were heavily carved from oak or pine and finished with water gilding, complemented by brass mounts.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-engraved brass strap hinges, and period-correct lockplates. The underside of the giltwood stand will show natural age-related shrinkage lines and dark bole beneath worn gilding, alongside hand-carved tool marks on the timber framework.

Designers position these cabinets as focal accent pieces against neutral, contemporary walls to emphasize their dramatic black and gold palette. Pairing dark japanned surfaces with modern lighting or placing the cabinet in an entryway creates visual contrast between classic historic decorative arts and minimalist architecture.

Maintain stable environmental humidity levels between 40% and 55% to prevent the timber carcase from expanding or cracking the delicate lacquer surface. Dust gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural feather duster, avoiding commercial aerosol polishes, solvents, or water.
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