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A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior
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A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

18th century
Sold 20 December 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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Description

A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Bow Fronted Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior.

A fine quality George 111, circa 1800, chinoiserie lacquer 2 door bow-front corner cupboard with original lock and key.

A very original, well constructed with exquisite hand painted chinoiserie decoration to the bow cupboard doors, featuring traditional oriental motifs and themes, including figures, pagoda and mountains.

The 2 door, bow fronted wall-hanging corner cupboard is in excellent and original condition, with all operating hinges and lock, the doors close evenly without warping and all the raised decoration is intact, a very fine example with original moulding to the top and bottom sections of the cupboard and further enhanced with a period teal-painted interior.

A charming English antique of both function and form, an interior design piece of considerable decorative and period appeal that can enhance a classic or contemporary space.

Dimensions

Height 90cm

Width 58cm

Depth 39cm

Presented in excellent structural and decorative condition.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of the M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £65, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Lacquered Corner Cupboard to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167674
Description
A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Bow Fronted Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior.
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A fine quality George 111, circa 1800, chinoiserie lacquer 2 door bow-front corner cupboard with original lock and key.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
fig 1. A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

A very original, well constructed with exquisite hand painted chinoiserie decoration to the bow cupboard doors, featuring traditional oriental motifs and themes, including figures, pagoda and mountains.

fig 2. A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
fig 2. A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

The 2 door, bow fronted wall-hanging corner cupboard is in excellent and original condition, with all operating hinges and lock, the doors close evenly without warping and all the raised decoration is intact, a very fine example with original moulding to the top and bottom sections of the cupboard and further enhanced with a period teal-painted interior.

fig 3. A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
fig 3. A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

A charming English antique of both function and form, an interior design piece of considerable decorative and period appeal that can enhance a classic or contemporary space.

Dimensions

Height 90cm

Width 58cm

fig 4. A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
fig 4. A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

Depth 39cm

Presented in excellent structural and decorative condition.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of the M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £65, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Lacquered Corner Cupboard to the Georgian era.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167674
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior

Archive II A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View II
Archive III A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View III
Archive IV A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View IV
Archive V A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View V
Archive VI A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View VI
Archive VII A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View VII
Archive VIII A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View VIII
Archive IX A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View IX
Archive X A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View X
Archive XI A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XI
Archive XII A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XII
Archive XIII A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XIII
Archive XIV A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XIV
Archive XV A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XV
Archive XVI A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges. View XVI
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A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
A George 111 Chinoiserie Lacquered Corner Cupboard C1800 with Teal Interior
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A dark black lacquered George III corner cupboard featuring intricate gilt and polychrome figural Chinoiserie scenes and exposed brass hinges.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCorner Cupboards
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Chinoiserie
  • MaterialPine, Gesso, Brass, Lacquer
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsRaised gilt decoration, Figural oriental scenes, Brass butterfly hinges, Japanned finish
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 39 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Chinoiserie represents the European interpretation and imitation of Chinese and East Asian artistic traditions, which reached peak popularity in Britain during the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly under George III, through the influence of trade via the East India Company.

Authentic period pieces typically utilised a timber carcass, such as pine or oak, coated in multiple layers of resin-based varnish or lacquer, often featuring raised gilt or polychrome motifs applied using japanning techniques.

Authentication relies on examining the timber construction methods, hand-cut dovetail joints, period brass butterfly hinges, craquelure within the lacquer layers, and organic pigment variations characteristic of 18th-century workshops.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in minimalist or transitional spaces, contrasting dark surfaces against neutral walls to highlight the intricate metallic and painted decorative detailing.

Lacquer requires stable environmental conditions away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, and should be cleaned exclusively with a dry, soft microfibre cloth without chemical polishes.
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