Lot 388 , A Chinese zhangmu dragon chest, late 19th / early 20th century, W.79cm H.76cm D.47cm

A Chinese zhangmu 'dragon' chest, late 19th / early 20th century, the hinged lid and front panel carved in high relief with dragons chasing a pearl amid clouds, the lid additionally with four character inscription, the back panel and sides carved with bats, the back panel with two shou characters and unusually a frieze drawer at the back, brass mounted corners and lockplate and hinges, W.79cm H.76cm D.47cm
Estimate £500-700

PLEASE NOTE THE STAND IS SHOWN THE WRONG WAY AROUND IN OUR ORIGINAL PHOTOS. SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS FOR CORRECT WAY.

PLEASE NOTE THE CHEST AND STAND ARE EBONISED CAMPHOR WOOD (ZHANGMU).

There is shrinkage to the top and base panels. There are a few fine splits to the panels at the corners and there is small chip to the left upper edge of the stand, otherwise good condition.


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Sold for £850