Chinese Red Elm Taper Cabinet - Qing Dynasty

This graceful antique Chinese taper cabinet is from Jiangsu province and dates to the Qing dynasty (1644€“1911) and the early 19^th century. This style is often called a round-corner cabinet and the style was first seen in the Ming dynasty (1368 to 1644). They were originally used as book cabinets by scholars and later, the style became more commonly used for the storage of clothes.

It is constructed from southern elm (jumu), also known as zelkova or red elm which has distinctly more intricate wood grain in comparison to northern Chinese elm (yumu). The simple yet sophisticated design would function as an excellent drinks cabinet or storage cabinet and act as a counterbalance in any contemporary home. 

It has the original brass and the internal lacquer has been applied onto gesso and cloth in the traditional way and the frames are taped. This high quality of workmanship began to disappear in China from the 19^th century onwards indicating a good age. 

Similar examples can be found in many books on Antique Chinese furniture including 'Chinese Furniture' by Mazurkewich. 

Dimensions:

99.5 x 47.5 x 182 (wxdxh cms)

From China

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