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Chinese Carved Box.

19th century
Sold 26 August 2024 · Cavers Antiques
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Description

Chinese heavely carved linen box with camphor wood lining.

good condition allround.

110 cm long.

54 cm high

53 cm deep.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Cavers Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Camphorwood Chest to the Victorian era.

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SA959239
Description
Chinese heavely carved linen box with camphor wood lining.

good condition allround.

110 cm long.

54 cm high

53 cm deep.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Camphorwood Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA959239
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Archive I A rectangular dark wood Chinese carved chest featuring intricate figural relief carvings across the lid and sides. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinese Carved Box.

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Cavers Antiques

Cavers Antiques
Telephone 07881 750181
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Hawick
Scottish Borders
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/caversantiques
Verified Since Jan 2020
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A rectangular dark wood Chinese carved chest featuring intricate figural relief carvings across the lid and sides.
Chinese carved box.
Ref: SA959239
A rectangular dark wood Chinese carved chest featuring intricate figural relief carvings across the lid and sides.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests and Trunks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinese Traditional
  • MaterialCamphorwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural relief carving, Landscape motifs, Brass clasp, Hinged lid
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 110 cm (43 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

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Chinese carved camphorwood chests have a long tradition dating back centuries, primarily used as dowry chests or to protect textiles and documents from insects and moisture due to the natural aromatic properties of the wood.

These pieces are traditionally crafted from solid camphorwood, featuring intricate relief carvings depicting figural scenes, landscapes, or floral motifs, often assembled using traditional joinery without nails.

Authenticity is determined by evaluating the depth and hand-carved detail of the relief work, the presence of traditional brass hardware, natural patina, and characteristic wood grain and aroma.

A carved chest functions effectively as a coffee table, a foot-of-the-bed storage unit, or an accent piece in an entryway, adding texture, cultural heritage, and practical storage to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the wood by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and occasionally conditioning the surface with natural beeswax to preserve the finish and grain.
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