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Chinese Camphor Wood Storage/blanket Box

19th century
Sold 6 August 2025 · Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Description

Wonderful Chinese camphor wood storage or blanket box in excellent condition. The design is distinguished by finely carved details and traditional dovetail joints at each corner—hallmarks of durability and skilled workmanship. An intricately carved landscape scene adorns the front panel, beautifully mirrored on the lid, enhancing the piece's overall harmony and visual appeal. Inside, the lid opens to reveal a spacious, clean interior with a removable wooden tray—combining practical storage with timeless character. The chest’s rich patina, warm amber hues, and expressive grain patterns showcase the natural beauty of camphor wood, making it a standout decorative statement. As with all true antiques, it carries subtle imperfections that enrich its authenticity and historical charm.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Chinese Camphor Wood Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1149338
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3800
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Description
Wonderful Chinese camphor wood storage or blanket box in excellent condition.
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The design is distinguished by finely carved details and traditional dovetail joints at each corner—hallmarks of durability and skilled workmanship.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

An intricately carved landscape scene adorns the front panel, beautifully mirrored on the lid, enhancing the piece's overall harmony and visual appeal. Inside, the lid opens to reveal a spacious, clean interior with a removable wooden tray—combining practical storage with timeless character. The chest’s rich patina, warm amber hues, and expressive grain patterns showcase the natural beauty of camphor wood, making it a standout decorative statement. As with all true antiques, it carries subtle imperfections that enrich its authenticity and historical charm.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Chinese Camphor Wood Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1149338
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3800
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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Archive I A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinese Camphor Wood Storage/blanket Box

Archive II A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View II
Archive III A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View III
Archive IV A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View IV
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Archive VII A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View IX
Archive X A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp. View X
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
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Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp.
Chinese Camphor Wood Storage/Blanket Box
Ref: SA1149338
A rectangular carved wooden chest featuring low-relief landscape carvings on the front panel and a decorative brass clasp.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Chinese
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBas-relief landscape carving, Brass hardware clasp, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 101 cm (40 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Camphor wood chests have a long history in China, traditionally crafted as dowry chests or travelling trunks due to the woods natural insect-repellent properties, which protect textiles and garments.

These chests are traditionally constructed from solid Cinnamomum camphora timber, often featuring intricate hand-carved low-relief panels depicting landscapes, figures, or floral motifs, joined with traditional woodworking joints and fitted with brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit the distinct, aromatic scent of natural camphor, traditional joinery without modern fasteners, hand-carved detailing rather than stamped or moulded reliefs, and signs of age such as patina on the wood and brass fixtures.

A carved wooden chest serves as functional storage at the foot of a bed, as a distinctive coffee table in a living room, or as a statement piece in an entrance hallway, contrasting well with minimalist or modern decor.

Preserve the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting with a dry cloth, and occasionally nourishing the surface with appropriate natural waxes while allowing the interior to retain its natural unvarnished state.
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