Antique Campaign Cabinet on Stand, Oriental, Chinoiserie, Cupboard, Victorian

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This is an antique campaign cabinet on stand. An Oriental, lacquered canvas over pine Chinoiserie cupboard, dating to the late … Read more This is an antique campaign cabinet on stand. An Oriental, lacquered canvas over pine Chinoiserie cupboard, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

A fascinating example of late Qing Dynasty Chinese craftsmanship
Displaying magnificent historical charm and functional storage
Desirably time-worn appearance, commensurate with age and use
Arranged as a generous cabinet upon a stand base, with a pair of drawers

Lacquered canvas with vermillion hues adorns the outer surfaces
Ornately adorned with hand-painted gilt decorations throughout
The top and fascia depicting traditional Chinese court figures moving through highly detailed garden landscapes
Delicately detailed across the borders and lower panels with golden floral motif and scrolling patterns

Doors held closed with a pin through long brass mounts hosting fretwork drop handles
Opening upon brass hinges to reveal the generous, ebonised pine interior
Arranged with an upper shelf split into two over a removable base for concealed storage
Stand hosts a pair of drawers, dressed with brass pulls and ebonised boxes

This is a striking antique campaign cabinet on stand, with a profusely ornate figural motif accentuating the aged exterior. Full of charm and Chinoiserie appeal. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 87.5cm (34.5'')
Max Depth: 51cm (20'')
Max Height: 119.5cm (47'')

Cabinet Width: 85cm (33.5'')
Cabinet Depth: 50cm (19.75'')
Cabinet Height: 84cm (33'') See less