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Lot 386
A Chinese Export Lacquered Wooden Chinoiserie Writing Cabinet
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Early 20th century, rectangular writing desk cabinet is raised on four carved short feet, the front is decorated with hand painted raised motif of figures in an idyllic landscape setting, a door opens to reveal a finely fitted interior with additional hand painting and gilt accents, pull out writing desk over two drawers.

21 x 16 x 10 in.

Horizontal crack across top of interior decoration; loss to raised lacquer and gilt in areas over cabinet, most prominent on lower area of door; key to exterior and interior doors missing; nicks and wear to base and feet of cabinet.