A unique option for storage in the bedroom and ideal as an attractive coffee table, our range of beautiful antique Chinese chests and trunks includes an ever-changing selection of original pieces. Each item is sourced by us directly from China, before being lovingly restored by skilled craftsmen who use traditional joinery techniques.
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Five Drawer Antique Shaanxi Carved Coffer
Shaanxi, circa 1880 This is a lovely example of the heavily carved coffers and tables produced in the central province of Shaanxi. The chest would ...
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Three Drawer Carved Antique Coffer Table
Shaanxi, circa 1880 The lovely, deep carvings and metal studs on the drawers of this table are a typical feature of the tables and storage chests p...
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Carved Shandong Storage Coffer
Shandong, circa 1900 This old storage chest is from the northeast Chinese province of Shandong, and is quite typical of the robust, thick framed fu...
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Gansu, circa 1900 Originally used to store valuables and personal possessions, it is likely that the bottom drawer here would once have been a fixe...
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Shanxi, circa 1890 This unusual chest is of a type used at the end of the Qing dynasty, normally for holding valuables or documents. It is mounted ...
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Shandong, circa 1920 This large, deep, beautifully decorated trunk would most likely have been used for storing clothes and other personal possessi...
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Pair of Grey Lacquer Blanket Trunks
Gansu, circa 1920 These trunks have been repaired and restored in a distressed grey lacquer. The rectangular brass clasps have also been newly fit...
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Shanxi, circa 1860 This stunning chest is from Shanxi province, where it would have been used as a coffer to store money and valuables. Made from e...
View full detailsChinese chests and trunks are as elegant as they are practical, making them perfect for contemporary living. Our range includes fabulous classical Chinese and oriental designs, available in a selection of warm colours, finishes and tones to add a touch of history and enhance your home.
Our range of antique Chinese furniture includes storage chests, blanket chests, blanket boxes and trunks, many of which are decorated with beautiful brass hardware and lacquer finishes. With a huge range of Chinese styles and oriental designs to choose from, our furniture collection offers superb quality and is ideal for adding a touch of traditional elegance to any room in your home. At Shimu, our exclusive range of antique Chinese furniture is carefully selected from the very finest pieces available. In addition, you’ll also find that we have a collection of superb quality homewares and gifts, from soft furnishings and wall art, through to decorative accessories, dinner and tableware.
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