Description
Large scale early C19th Chinese export leather and brass-bound signed camphor trunk.
Brass-bound and stud-work black leather-bound camphor wood trunk of large scale and proportions. Brass corners and banding with decorative brass stud decoration. The ends fitted with original cast-brass carrying handles The hinged lid with a ring handle , opening to reveal the majority of the original vivid pink lining paper together with seemingly original fabric stays to the lid , and bearing a label of its Chinese , probably Cantonese , manufacturer.
The top having a central studded oval design , the front with a decorative studded swagged design.
In excellent original condition with all brass and studs present. The brass having achieved a dark patinated surface with a verdigris bronze style appearance. The trunk having been sympathetically cleaned and waxed in our workshops.
Large and capacious decorative trunk which would work equally well as storage or as a coffee/ magazine table or ottoman
H 21
W 42
D 20
China c.1830
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 247
Dimensions
Height = 52 cm (21")
Width = 103 cm (41")
Depth = 50 cm (20")
Large scale early C19th Chinese export leather and brass-bound signed camphor trunk .
Price
£1,400
| $1,848 USD | €1,659 EUR
Item Ref
ML 247
Description
Large scale early C19th Chinese export leather and brass-bound signed camphor trunk.
Brass-bound and stud-work black leather-bound camphor wood trunk of large scale and proportions. Brass corners and banding with decorative brass stud decoration. The ends fitted with original cast-brass carrying handles The hinged lid with a ring handle , opening to reveal the majority of the original vivid pink lining paper together with seemingly original fabric stays to the lid , and bearing a label of its Chinese , probably Cantonese , manufacturer.
The top having a central studded oval design , the front with a decorative studded swagged design.
In excellent original condition with all brass and studs present. The brass having achieved a dark patinated surface with a verdigris bronze style appearance. The trunk having been sympathetically cleaned and waxed in our workshops.
Large and capacious decorative trunk which would work equally well as storage or as a coffee/ magazine table or ottoman
H 21
W 42
D 20
China c.1830
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 247
Dimensions
Height = 52 cm (21")
Width = 103 cm (41")
Depth = 50 cm (20")
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