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Vintage Regency Century Chin Hua Burl Pagoda Dresser

$2,550
£1,926.43
€2,209.20
CA$3,558.04
A$3,872.24
CHF 2,052.67
MX$46,585.99
NOK 26,034.45
SEK 23,819.70
DKK 16,504.39

About the Item

Add a touch of sophisticated drama to your home with this spectacular vintage credenza from Century Furniture’s iconic "Chin Hua" collection, designed by Raymond Sobota. This piece is a masterclass in Hollywood Regency and Asian Modern design, featuring a striking architectural silhouette defined by its high-contrast finish. The case is framed in deep ebonized black lacquer, which perfectly frames the warm, swirling grain of the burl wood drawer fronts and door panels. The look is completed with oversized, geometric brass hardware that acts as jewelry for the piece, adding a layer of opulent Chinoiserie flair. Measuring a substantial 76 inches wide, 18.5 inches deep, and 31 inches tall, this case piece offers exceptional versatility and storage. It features a central cabinet flanked by banks of spacious drawers, making it equally suited as a dresser in a grand master suite, a sideboard in a formal dining room, or a chic media console in a living area. It is in great vintage condition, displaying the high-quality craftsmanship Century is known for, with minor surface wear consistent with age. Bring this collector's item into your home to anchor your space with timeless elegance and bold style.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 76 in (193.04 cm)Depth: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In great vintage condition. Minor scuffs and blemishes to the lacquer finish or wood surface appropriate to age and use; the brass hardware retains its original character.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5852248110922

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