Chinese Taper Cabinet From Shandong - Early 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood Expertly preserved and beautifully presented

Expertly preserved and beautifully presented

Features: Hand-carved form

Materials: Solid teak with original painted finish

Original antique Tibetan cabinets are now very rare and there are many reproduction pieces made in China coming onto the market The glass in the windows of these particular cabinets often got broken in transit and it may have been replaced with more modern glass

Designed for the export market

Chinese Taper Cabinet From Shandong - Early 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood Expertly preserved and beautifully presentedElegant in both proportion and craftsmanship, this early 19th century Chinese taper cabinet dates from the Qing dynasty (1644 1911) and is crafted from beautifully figured southern elm ( jumu), also known as red elm or zelkova. The rich honey and amber tones of the timber, combined with its striking swirling grain, give the cabinet a warmth and character that has only deepened with age. Known as a round corner cabinet, this classic form first emerged