Gilt Black Lacquer Canton Export Jewellery Cabinet - 19th Century Round Mirrors 108 x 10 x 154

108 x 10 x 154 (wxdxh cms)

The locks have long since been removed

They are carved from teak with blacksmith forged iron fittings

94 x 9 x 175 (wxdxh cms)

Features: Single-block construction

Gilt Black Lacquer Canton Export Jewellery Cabinet - 19th Century Round Mirrors 108 x 10 x 154This gilt black lacquer Chinese table cabinet was made for the Chinese export market and was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. Black lacquer export sewing kits and game boxes were also made. These pieces are fragile pieces of history and are usually found damaged. This jewelry