Have it delivered hassle-freeBuyer protectionAll Designer items curated by WhoppahDownload the Whoppah App – get alerts & sell with ease.
Furniture / Cabinet “Scholar’s Cabinet”, elm wood, latticework, Qing Dynasty, 19th century – China
€3,800Bid from €3,500
Buy with confidence
Shop & pay safely with our Buyer ProtectionDesigner items curated by WhoppahWe only pay the seller once you have safely received the itemTrusted payment methods
About this seller
ProfessionalProduct description
Scholar's Cabinet, Elm Wood, Latticework, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century – China
Type: Scholar's Cabinet
Material: Elm wood, brushed bronze handles
Period: Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Good condition for its age and use
No keys
Dimensions: 183 x 111 x 55 cm
An extraordinary elm wood scholar's cabinet from the late Qing Dynasty. Also known as the Qing Empire or Manchu Dynasty, it was the last imperial dynasty in China, ruling the country from 1644 to 1912. The multicultural Qing Empire lasted almost three centuries and formed the territorial basis for the modern Chinese state.
The scholar's cabinet, known in Chinese as a shugui or wenfanggui, is one of the most representative pieces of refined domestic furniture from Imperial China, particularly associated with the figure of the Confucian scholar. These pieces of furniture, which reached their peak during the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1911) dynasties, were an essential part of the scholar's study or cabinet, a space dedicated to reading, calligraphy, painting, and intellectual contemplation. They served a dual purpose: practical and symbolic. Functionally, they were used to store books, manuscripts, brushes, inkstones, seals, and writing implements. Symbolically, the cabinet represented the moral and intellectual status of its owner. In the Confucian tradition, the home study was not only a physical space but also a realm of personal cultivation and spiritual refinement.
Although it is a single piece, it is composed of two distinct sections, raised on four slender legs and joined by a lower shelf. At the top, four elongated doors unfold, featuring a delicate latticework design in the central area. The lower section features two small registers, one of which bears the furniture's hallmark, and two large sliding lattice doors that conceal the interior shelf. Openwork panels adorn the sides. Brushed bronze handles complete the design. The aesthetic is balanced and strictly symmetrical, characteristic of Chinese furniture of the period.
During the Qing Dynasty, furniture reached a high level of refinement, and this piece reflects several characteristics of the era: opulent decoration, curved forms, and carvings of symbolic motifs. These types of pieces were part of the furnishings of the upper classes, such as imperial officials and landowners.
Today, it is a highly decorative piece, perfect for storing tableware or as a centerpiece in a grand entryway or living room. A unique opportunity to acquire a museum-worthy piece!
Shipping costs will be paid by the buyer according to the dimensions, weight, and destination. We will contact you to arrange shipping and agree on a quote. Shipping costs include professional, custom-made packaging. and personalized shipping, with tracking number and guarantee.
The buyer will be responsible for paying any import duties and associated taxes in the destination country. Please note the seller's disclaimer regarding any customs charges, as these are levied in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country's customs authority. If an export permit is required, the buyer is responsible for the associated costs. The cost depends on the value of the artwork being exported.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height183 cmWidth111 cmDepth55 cmSigns of usageScratches
Discover more
Seller information
About this seller
ProfessionalValladolid, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 1 sale