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Aesthetic Movement Japanese Lacquered Chest

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is an exceptional example of an English Victorian Aesthetic Movement chest of drawers surmounted by its original mirror and a pair of small drawers on either side. The pine case has been beautifully detailed in burnt bamboo and encased in antique top quality Japanese lacquer panels. The central Japanese lacquer panel features a phoenix with a pine tree and peonies and flying birds. The drawers and the sides are encased in lacquer panels with a geometric design with florals. All elements of the chest are in very good condition; the brass hardware is original; the original mirror is present (with some losses to the silvering at the bottom); an original key is available. Aesthetic Movement pieces of this level of artistry and quality are rare and very desirable.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Japanese lacquer, bamboo, wood, mirror
Condition:	Good. This piece is in exceptional condition. The drawers have been lined in fabric. Perhaps the surface has been french polished, but it appears to be original. There is one small blemish to the lacquer on the side of the chest (next-to-last photo).
Creation Date:	c. 1890-1910
Styles / Movements:	Aesthetic Movement, Edwardian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.09.02.22
Incollect Reference #:	600105

Dimensions

W.	36 in;	H.	72 in;	D.	19 in;
W.	91.44 cm;	H.	182.88 cm;	D.	48.26 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.