Travel cabinet with three sections, China, Qing Dynasty
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Wonderful travel cabinet in ebonized wood of Chinese manufacture, datable around the 19th century during the Qing Dynasty. Made with precious materials such as the chalky background and rice paper, it is decorated with scenes painted on a gold scratched background and polychrome with rich tones of red. The Chinese landscape representations on the furniture include traditional houses, boats and human figures. The structure of the cabinet consists of three sections, with a sliding opening top and side drawers, as well as small compartments for objects. The elegant turned legs are enriched with golden details, giving the cabinet a refined and classy appearance. This unique piece is able to add a touch of oriental exoticism to the decor, making the environment fascinating and elegant.
Measures: H x W x D 134 x 61 x 55cm