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Antique Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 24 small drawers over 3 larger drawers. The small drawers are separated into 3 …
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Antique Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 24 small drawers over 3 larger drawers. The small drawers are separated into 3 compartments and each drawer has a Chinese medicinal label. Probably from Shanxi Province in North Central China.
This Chinese apothecary cabinet, or medicine chest, dates to the Qing Dynasty period (1644-1912). These multi-drawer cabinets were traditionally used by Chinese herbalists and doctors to store medicinal herbs, minerals, and other healing ingredients, with each drawer designated for specific remedies.
Such cabinets are highly valued by collectors of Asian antiques, interior designers, and pharmaceutical historians. The distinctive black lacquer finish with hand-painted orange/red floral motifs represents traditional Chinese craftsmanship, making it both a functional storage piece and a decorative furniture item that speaks to the rich history of Chinese medicine.
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- Dimensions
- 45ʺW × 23ʺD × 60ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Chinese
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Elm
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Wear commensurate with age. Wear commensurate with age. less
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