Queen Anne to George I Red and Black Chinoiserie Corner Cupboard, Circa 1710-1720. England
A very atmospheric and original Queen Anne to George I red and black japanned (to simulate tortoiseshell) chinoiserie corner cupboard.
To the exterior expressive scenes of leisure incorporate horse riding and an unusually high number of figures, eleven, each in traditional dress with silvered faces.
The interior consists of three shelves each beautifully shaped and decorated in original red japanning.
It should also be noted that that the japanned and chinoiserie decorated surfaces are in original country house condition and have only been lightly conserved to ensure the longevity of the piece. Similarly, the locks and skeleton key, fretwork hinges, chased escutcheons and internal door catches are all present and original.
As the demand for all things japanned grew, the Italian technique for imitating Asian lacquer-work also spread. The art of japanning developed in seventeenth-
...century Britain, France, Italy, and the Low Countries. The technique was described in manuals such as Stalker and Parker''s Treatise of Japanning and Varnishing, published in Oxford in 1688.
Whether you are a collector or a first-time buyer the choice of pieces will inspire. Each has been carefully selected for its exceptional design and provenance, as well as in many instances its academic significance.
Originality and authenticity are paramount; and using our extensive knowledge and experience in furniture conservation and restoration we can ensure that our clients can buy with absolute confidence.Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA664606
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 94cm (37.0inches)Width is 61cm (24.0inches)Depth is 40cm (15.7inches)
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