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Black Lacquer Four Flowers Coffer

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
Depth: 14.0" // This 19th-century altar coffer displays many traditional elements of Chinese cabinetry, such as its overhung, floating panel top flanked by curving spandrels or its painted doors secured with round brass hardware. The cabinet face is beautifully painted with vases filled with flowers of the four seasons, including chrysanthemums for autumn, lotus for summer, peonies for spring and camellia for winter. Together, these flowers convey a blessing of wealth and honor year-round. Centuries of use have softened the once-vibrant gilt paintings to an atmospheric facade of pale color and timeworn texture.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1850
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	ZHA031
Incollect Reference #:	815619

Dimensions

W.	58.75 in;	H.	35.25 in;	D.	14 in;
W.	149.23 cm;	H.	89.54 cm;	D.	35.56 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.