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Chinese Carved Hardwood Scholar s Tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century, China

$4,800
£3,625.28
€4,187.76
CA$6,762.52
A$7,242.66
CHF 3,893.60
MX$87,966.31
NOK 49,197.57
SEK 45,044.03
DKK 31,290.25

About the Item

A sophisticated Chinese carved and pierced hardwood scholar's tray, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China. The tray of rectangular form with high sides and rounded corners. The sides of framed floating panels delicately carved and pierced with an elaborate scrolling foliate design. The scholar's tray sits upon high feet, an extension of the rounded corners. A carved and pierced apron, also of scrolled foliate design, joins the feet. The solid hardwood floating panel that makes up the base of the tray beautifully grained with a nice luster. A staple of the scholar's studio, the tray was both decorative as well as utilitarian. A beautiful place to display scholarly items as well as an easy way to carry objects. Measures: 12.75" x 9.5" x 3.25".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Hand-Carved,Joinery
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The floating panel with shrinkage, as expected with age. With signs of restoration and rejoining, especially at the corners. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894718946752

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