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Asian Footed Suzhou Coffer

Offered by: Antiquario Villas and Cottages

Description
A primitive provincial slatted-elm Suzhou coffer on turned tassel feet, with a lockable hatch door and domed corner tops. It may have been originally intended for a culinary purpose; and/or for contents having some value, as it was lockable. Ideally repurposed today as a fireside kindling box or for stashing magazines and newspapers. May also be used as a 'low' table, sofa front or lounge side; with a thick glass slab top.

More Information

Customization Options:	Thick cut glass top of proportionate size to use as low/coffee table.
Origin:	China
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	elmwood & metal
Condition:	Good. Expected utilitarian antique condition.
Creation Date:	last quarter 18th century
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	1710 INE CPY
Incollect Reference #:	454111

Dimensions

W.	31 in;	H.	23 in;	D.	22 in;
W.	78.74 cm;	H.	58.42 cm;	D.	55.88 cm;

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