Large Red and Gold Shanxi Armoire
ACW-BH-2451018
Shanxi, circa 1880 Dating from the late nineteenth century, this elegant cabinet originates from Shanxi province in northern China and is finished ...
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At Shimu we are proud to offer a stunning collection of antique Chinese furniture, including a wide range of pieces with lacquered finishes. All antique items are unique and because they are sourced by us directly from China, our varied and ever-changing collection offers the chance to choose a piece of history for your home.
Large Red and Gold Shanxi Armoire
Shanxi, circa 1880 Dating from the late nineteenth century, this elegant cabinet originates from Shanxi province in northern China and is finished ...
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Red Lacquer Shanxi Cabinet with Gold Decoration
Shanxi, circa 1820 This elegant cabinet originates from Shanxi province and dates to the early nineteenth century. Like many fine pieces from the r...
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Large Red and Gold Armoire with Curios
Shanxi, circa 1900 This fine antique cabinet dates from around 1880 and was made in northern China. It is finished in a rich, deep red lacquer that...
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Shanxi, circa 1880 This striking cabinet, dating from the late 19th century, originates from Shanxi in northern China and is finished in a deep bla...
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Red and Gold Wedding Cabinet with Birds
Shanxi, circa 1850 This beautiful antique cabinet dates from the mid 19th century and comes from Shanxi province in northern China. It is finished ...
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Red and Gold Antique Shanxi Cabinet
Shanxi, circa 1830 This striking cabinet originates from Shanxi province and dates to the early nineteenth century. Shanxi was one of the cultural ...
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Large Painted Red Lacquer Sideboard
Mongolia, circa 1900 This impressive painted sideboard originates from Mongolia and dates to the early 20th century. Characteristic of the region’s...
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Floral Painted Gansu Sideboard
Gansu, circa 1900 This striking sideboard comes from Gansu province in western China and dates to around the beginning of the last century. Typical...
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Gansu, circa 1920 This beautifully painted trunk is from Gansu in western China and made from pine. The front panels are finely painted with two va...
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Qinghai, circa 1930 This lovely pine storage chest is from Qinghai province in northwest China, in its original black lacquer and still with the ol...
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Black Lacquer Shanxi Cabinet with Butterflies
Shanxi, circa 1860 A remarkable piece of Chinese furniture heritage, this wonderful antique cabinet originates from Shanxi in central China, where ...
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Distressed Pale Blue Sideboard
Shanxi, circa 1860 This wonderful sideboard originates from Shanxi province, a region long celebrated for its richly painted and beautifully textur...
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Dongbei, circa 1900 This elegant sideboard is finished in a warm red lacquer that has mellowed beautifully with age, giving the piece a rich, earth...
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Dongbei Red Decorative Sideboard
Dongbei, circa 1900 This beautifully decorated sideboard is finished in a rich red lacquer and embellished with finely painted gilt panels, typical...
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Dongbei, circa 1900 This beautiful antique sideboard is finished in a rich red lacquer, its front panels finely decorated with gilt floral motifs a...
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Large Blue Lacquer Sideboard with Flowers
Gansu, circa 1930 This gorgeous sideboard is in a lovely palette of soft blues and creams, with floral decoration picked out in reds, pinks and yel...
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Vintage Pale Blue Dongbei Sideboard
Dongbei, circa 1950 This lovely sideboard, in a soft, pastel blue green finish, was originally produced in the northeast (Dongbei) region of China ...
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Large Vintage Painted Sideboard
Gansu, circa 1950 Produced in the western Chinese province of Gansu, this large sideboard in pine has been refinished but still shows the original ...
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Crackled Blue Cabinet with Flowers
Gansu, circa 1920 This charming cabinet features a crackled blue lacquer finish applied during restoration to rejuvenate its original surface. The ...
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Blue Lacquer Painted Double Cabinet
Gansu, circa 1930 This elegant cabinet, initially designed for grain storage with access through removable boards in the top, has been thoughtfully...
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Large Blue Lacquer Vintage Sideboard
Gansu, circa 1930 This spacious vintage sideboard in pine offers generous storage, with two sets of doors flanking three large drawers. Carefully r...
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Large Blue and Cream Painted Sideboard
Gansu, circa 1920 This exquisite sideboard was originally produced as a grain storage unit in China's Gansu province. It is made from pine but, as ...
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Red Lacquer Patterned Dongbei Sideboard
Dongbei, circa 1920 This stunning sideboard showcases exquisite depictions of flora and fauna, expertly painted in gold over a luxurious, red lacqu...
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Red Lacquer Gold Patterned Sideboard
Dongbei, circa 1880 This beautiful sideboard features a wonderful array of flora and fauna painted in gold over the deep, rich red lacquer surface ...
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Red and Black Painted Storage Box
Shanxi, circa 1900 This charming wooden box would once have been used for storing personal posessions, either in the home or when travelling. It is...
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Painted Black Chinese Opera Chest
Shanxi, circa 1900 This colourful blanket trunk is a lovely example of the type of chests commonly referred to as opera trunks in China. The vibran...
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Painted Gansu Sideboard with Curio Paintings
Gansu, circa 1900 Crafted in Gansu, China, this large, tall sideboard is of a type traditionally used for storing rice or grain. The doors have bee...
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Gansu, circa 1920 This highly striking sideboard has an unusual, 'butterfly' front profile formed by the overhanging top surface and carved spandre...
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Blue Side Cabinet with Carved Apron
Shandong, circa 1920 The beautiful carved apron at the bottom of this cabinet provides a wonderful decorative feature, elevating the otherwise simp...
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Dark Blue Lacquer Side Cabinet
Shandong, circa 1920 This simple, stylish cabinet is from Shandong province, made in a sleek, square cornered design with two small, shallow drawer...
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Shandong, circa 1920 This lovely old cabinet has been restored and upgraded with a new, blue green finish, applied so as to still retain and show o...
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Blue Lacquer Side Cabinet with Drawers
Shandong, circa 1920 The thick frames and solid look of this cabinet are typical of much of the furniture produced in the northern provinces of Chi...
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Grey Lacquer Cabinet with Carved Apron
Shanxi, circa 1920 This versatile cabinet, suitable for both contemporary and traditional home décor, originates from Shanxi province in central Ch...
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Grey Lacquer Tall Tapered Cabinet
Shandong, circa 1920 This tall, elegant cabinet would once have been used for storing clothes, fabrics and other possessions in a Chinese home. It ...
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Dongbei Sideboard with Floral Paintings
Dongbei, circa 1920 This captivating sideboard boasts a vibrant red lacquer finish and striking geometric paintings - features commonly seen on cab...
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Green Lacquer Four Door Sideboard
Shandong, circa 1920 At over two metres wide this stunning sideboard would provide ample storage space as a dining room buffet or for living room s...
View full detailsFrom antique lacquered wedding cabinets and sideboards, through to armoires, apothecary chests and storage trunks, you’ll find that our collection includes a wealth of beautiful original pieces.
Many of our antique furniture pieces are finished in lacquer which gives an ornate and luxurious look. Lacquer has been used in Chinese furniture making for many hundreds of years. The glossy finish of lacquered furniture is achieved by applying multiple layers of lacquer sap to the wood underneath. You’ll find that many of our antiques have retained their original lacquer finish and although it may have faded and slightly crackled, this only adds to the wonderful patina and unique charm. Although antique items are restored for us by skilled craftsmen in China, the craftsmen we work with are highly experienced in using traditional techniques to ensure that the integrity and originality of each item is retained. Our range of antique Chinese lacquered furniture is available for UK-wide direct delivery or can be shipped overseas.
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