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Fine Made and Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.
For sale by Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €462     $502
£395
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Fine Made and Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.

1920 - 1940
Description

Fine Made And Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.

Still with the original bleu and white porcelain seed and water container.

Made for hanging and standing, the metal hanging hook simulating bamboo.

In very good original condition with nice old patination there are no missing pieces.

Chinese circa 1940

Circa 41cm high, 25cm diameter.

Price: £395—

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage to the 1940s.

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SA1234891
Description
Fine Made And Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.

Still with the original bleu and white porcelain seed and water container.

Made for hanging and standing, the metal hanging hook simulating bamboo.

In very good original condition with nice old patination there are no missing pieces.

Chinese circa 1940

Circa 41cm high, 25cm diameter.

Price: £395—

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234891
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base.
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Archive I A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base.

Fine Made and Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.

Archive II A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base. View II
Archive III A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base. View IV
Archive V A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base. View V
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Archive VII A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base. View VII
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
Location
Cairngorms National Park
Angus
Scotland
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2019
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base.
Fine Made And Carved Chinese Bamboo Bird Cage.
Ref: SA1234891
A cylindrical dark carved bamboo Chinese bird cage featuring a metal hanging hook, blue and white porcelain feeding cups, intricate carved plaques, and a matching circular wooden base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Bird Cages
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleQing Dynasty Style
  • MaterialBamboo, Wood, Porcelain, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved bamboo bars, Porcelain feeding cups, Metal hanging hook, Fretwork base
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 25 cm (10 in)

This Chinese bamboo bird cage from circa 1940 displays a rich dark brown timber finish and delicate turned wooden construction. The cylindrical form incorporates fine carved wooden figures around the lower interior, vertical bars, internal perches, and blue and white porcelain cups attached for seed and water. A metallic hanging hook with a bamboo simulation curves at the apex, while matching round wooden components accompany the set, including a separate circular tray with a carved lattice base and metal mounts. The cage measures 41 cm in height and 25 cm in width, while the companion tray provides an expansive flat display surface. Suitable for interior display, the piece sits upon a tabletop or hangs from a bracket to enhance a study, living room or hallway collection. The design complements traditional or eclectic interior spaces when displayed as a decorative accent or conversation piece.

FAQs

In Chinese culture, particularly during the Qing Dynasty, carrying songbirds in elaborate cages was a popular social activity for gentlemen. These cages were crafted not merely as animal enclosures, but as status symbols showcasing woodcarving artistry and refined taste.

Traditional Chinese bird cages were constructed using bent bamboo or hardwoods, combined with cast metal hooks for hanging. Decorative accents often included miniature porcelain feeding pots, carved bone or jade plaques, and detailed wooden perches.

Authentic pieces feature handcrafted joinery, detailed hand carvings along the framework, and natural signs of age such as oxidation on metal components and surface patina on the bamboo. Accessories like hand-painted porcelain food containers and carved bone fittings are key indicators.

A carved bamboo bird cage serves as a sculptural accent piece when placed on a console table, sideboard, or displayed within a glass cabinet. Suspended near a light source, its architectural silhouette adds visual interest to contemporary rooms.

Dust the structure gently with a soft, dry brush or microfibre cloth to reach intricate carvings without snagging the fine bamboo bars. Keep the object away from central heating vents, direct sunlight, and excessive moisture to prevent warping or splitting.
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