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18th-Century Dutch Mahogany Cabinet with Kangxi Miniatures

Description
An exceptional Dutch mahogany display cabinet, circa 1760, housing a remarkable collection of Chinese miniature porcelain from the Kangxi period (1662–1722). The finely crafted cabinet, with its elegant shaped cornice, glazed display section and rich brass mounts, provides a rare historic setting for this refined group of blue-and-white porcelain miniatures. The ensemble reflects the long Dutch tradition of collecting Asian porcelain and luxury objects. Such miniature displays formed part of a broader culture of collecting and domestic display among affluent Dutch households, a tradition vividly represented by the celebrated dolls’ houses preserved in the Rijksmuseum.

Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Mahogany, glass and brass; Chinese blue-and-white porcelain
Condition:	Good. Very good condition, with minor wear consistent with age. The cabinet retains an attractive historic patina.
Creation Date:	1760
Number of Pieces:	8+
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Rococo, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	887022

W.	23.62 in;	H.	41.34 in;
W.	60 cm;	H.	105 cm;

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