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Late Summer Estate Auction

Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Chinese Chest

This auction ended on August 27, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $50 - $100

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Antique black lacquer Chinese chest crafted from camphor wood, featuring traditional hand-painted bird and floral motifs framed by intricate gilt-painted "swirl" or cloud patterns. "Birds sing and flowers are fragrant" written in stylized Chinese script. (Trunk, Large Box, Asian Art, Antique Storage Decor)
*This item is being relisted due to non-payment*

Material: Wood, Lacquer, Brass

Dimensions: Length: 16 1/2"; Width: 25"; Height: 13"

Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include markings, scratching, and some discoloration.

Age: Late 19th – Early 20th Century

Provenance: Private Estate

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