Object Description
A superbly decorative Chinese export black lacquer table cabinet of small proportions, exquisitely decorated with figures and birds throughout. Complete with five small drawers inside, original working lock and key.
Canton, Qing dynasty, early 19th century.
Why we like it
A very decorative accent piece, it is also useful for storage of small items or jewellery.
Such luxurious items were popular in England during the height of fashion for oriental exoticism, called chinoiserie in Europe.
Measurements:
Height: 13 in / 33 cm
Width: 12.25 in / 31 cm
Depth: 7 in / 18 cm