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Chinese Export Black Lacquered Writing Table or Desk with Gilt Landscapes
$8,000
£6,116.69
€7,001.57
CA$11,280.96
A$12,280.60
CHF 6,555.69
MX$148,254.96
NOK 82,429.62
SEK 76,612.91
DKK 52,291.61
About the Item
Chinese Export Black Lacquered Writing Desk with Gilt Landscape and Floral Decoration,
Canton,
Early 19th Century
An early 19th century Chinese Export writing desk, produced for the Western market inspired by the Regency, George III style. The piece has a black lacquer finish with extensive gilt decoration in the Chinoiserie style.
The desk has a rectangular form with a raised gallery edge decorated with floral patterns. The main surface depicts a detailed gilt landscape with Chinese pavilions, pagodas, figures, and birds. The apron below is fitted with two drawers that have faceted glass handles.
Supported by four turned legs with alternating baluster and reeded sections, the desk maintains a graceful silhouette.
The desk is a characteristic example of China Trade furniture, combining a European form with Chinese decorative techniques.
Dimensions:
36 in. high (Writing surface: 32 ¾ in. Leg clearance: 26 ½ in.)
38 in. wide
21 ¼ in. deep
(Ref: NY10876)
- Dimensions:Height: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)
- Style:Chinese Export (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good overall, consistent with age and use. The gilt decoration is intact. There is minor gilt loss to the front of the right-hand drawer from use. A slight lifting of the lacquer is present on the left drawer and on tiny sections of the si.
- Seller Location:Downingtown, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: NY10876-iurr1stDibs: LU861046540882
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