Mid-Century Chinese Ming Style Camphor Wood Blanket Chest With Longevity Symbols

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A beautifully crafted Mid-Century Chinese Ming Revival blanket chest featuring a richly figured hardwood exterior and aromatic camphor wood interior. … Read more A beautifully crafted Mid-Century Chinese Ming Revival blanket chest featuring a richly figured hardwood exterior and aromatic camphor wood interior. The façade is adorned with carved Shou medallions, traditional Chinese symbols of longevity and prosperity, while elegant bracket feet and brass hardware reflect the timeless restraint of classical Ming furniture.

The spacious interior offers ample storage for blankets, linens, and seasonal textiles, while the warm wood tones and architectural form allow the piece to function equally well as a coffee table, storage chest, or statement accent in Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency, Coastal, or traditional interiors.

Combining practical storage with decorative appeal, this handsome camphor chest exemplifies the enduring popularity of Asian-inspired furnishings imported during the mid-20th century. See less