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- 511 - Round-cornered Linen Cabinet (Cabinets)

This particular linen cabinet dates from the 19th century and was made in the Shandong region of northern China. It is crafted from Elmwood.

The doors of the cabinet can be easily removed. Fitt
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- 512 - Two-door Linen Cabinet with Carved Doors (Cabinets)

The doors of this particular cabinet have carvings of Chinese orchids; a symbol of friendship. The decorative panels above the doors feature carvings of chrysanthemums and peonies.The chrysanthemum is
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- 513 - Scholar Cabinet with Sparrow in Plum Blossom (Cabinets)

This particular cabinet would have been used to store the scholars books and other items of study. In traditional China, the scholars were placed very high in the social structure. Their aristocratic
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- 514 - Scholar Cabinet with Latticework Doors (Cabinets)

This particular cabinet would have been used to store the scholars books and other items of study. In traditional China, the scholars were placed very high in the social structure. Their aristocratic
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- 515 - Scholar Cabinet with Chrysanthemum Motif (Cabinets)

The simple, elegant, flush design of the cabinet is reminiscent of furniture developed during the Ming dynasty (1368AD-1644AD) and which has remained popular to the present day. It would have been us
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- 600 - Wash-basin Stand with Lotus Motif (Other Items)

Given the size of this particular washbasin stand, it most likely was crafted for domestic use. The protruding heads of this stand, which would have served to hold towels, are shaped in the form of cl
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- 601 - Interior Screen Set (Other Items)

Intended to be seen from both sides, the screen is beautifully finished on both the back and front. The panels are joined by hinges so when opened out they bend into a zigzag or right angled formatio
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- 900 - Red-lacquered Bed Panels (pair) (Other Items)

The traditional Chinese bed cannot be defined solely by its nocturnal function. It was an all-purpose platform that served as a recliner, banquet table, lectern and meditation platform. For women in w
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- 901 - Red-lacquered Bed Panels (pair) (Other Items)

The traditional Chinese bed cannot be defined solely by its nocturnal function. It was an all-purpose platform that served as a recliner, banquet table, lectern and meditation platform. For women in w
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- 902 - Window Panel with Plum Blossom Motif (pair) (Other Items)

These particular window shutters came from Shanxi province. During the Ming (1368 AD - 1644 AD) and Qing (1644 AD - 1911 AD) dynasties, Shanxi was one of the favourite places of residence for imperia
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