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Chinese carved storage chest

By ashleyarts, 19 November, 2013
Description

This was in the family for many years, and I believe it was purchased in  Hong Kong about 1940 It is intricately carved on all sides. It is lined with camphor wood by the smell. There is a tray in the top inside of the chest.

Category
Asian Art
Medium
Wood
Distinguishing marks
Much carving of men in arms and a battle.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
20 inches wide by 39 inches in length. It stands 23 inches high from the floor with the feet. The feet are 3 inches and the measurement of the chest without the feet is 20 inches.
Date Period
I don't know when it was made.
Weight
I guess about 60 pounds.
History
I need someone to tell me if this was an antique purchased in the 1940's or was it made in the 20th century for consumers.
Price
?
Price Paid (If known)
N/a
For Sale?
No
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ashleyarts

11 years 7 months ago

Re: Chinese or Japanese carved storage chest

I may know the purchease was in Hong Kong but is it Japanese or Chinese?

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Lovejoy

11 years 7 months ago

In reply to Re: Chinese or Japanese carved storage chest by ashleyarts

Re: Chinese or Japanese carved storage chest

These are nearly always Chinese, comparable  pieces are still in production. Most like this one postdate the 1930's

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