Description
This antique Chinese Altar cabinet is also known as the "Butterfly Cabinet" in China. The cabinet is made in Ming-style furniture with simple and straight lines, and handcrafted and structured with wooden pegs and a tenon structure which is the very traditional craftsmanship for furniture making in ancient China. There is a "secret compartment" under the drawers. Original patina and hardware. Handmade from a combination of cypress and elmwood with beautiful wood grain, the cabinet is very solid and has been kept in excellent condition. Circa early of 19th century.
Size:W41.5" x D29.5" x H33.5"
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Handmade from natural hardwood, the item is very solid and in excellent condition. Minor wood cracks, patina stain, differences in colors and old repairs are natural age wear and shall be considered normal for the nature of a handmade authentic antique. Please ask for more photos if necessary. Please read all descriptions carefully and ask for questions before you make the purchase.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Size:W41.5" x D29.5" x H33.5"
(
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Handmade from natural hardwood, the item is very solid and in excellent condition. Minor wood cracks, patina stain, differences in colors and old repairs are natural age wear and shall be considered normal for the nature of a handmade authentic antique. Please ask for more photos if necessary. Please read all descriptions carefully and ask for questions before you make the purchase.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Handmade from natural hardwood, the item is very solid and in excellent condition. Minor wood cracks, patina stain, differences in colors and old repairs are natural age wear and shall be considered normal for the nature of a handmade authentic antique. Please ask for more photos if necessary. Please read all descriptions carefully and ask for questions before you make the purchase.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
33.5 x 41.5 x 29.5 in
Early 19th Century Antique Chinese Ming Altar Cabinet
Estimate $340-$580
Starting Bid
$170
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