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We have also included three removable shelves inside, giving you the option to use it as a more general cupboard if needed. The brass circular hardware on the doors adds simple decoration to the wardrobe's otherwise pure design and gives it a recognisably oriental feel. 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This style of cabinet, with an open shelf section above the doors, is known as 'wanli' in Chinese. The top shelf is framed with wonderful open carvings that include a central long life symbol and a bat (symbolising good fortune) at each corner. This would have held prized ornaments, with books and other personal items stored inside the cupboard section. The paintings on the doors and outer panels, now less vibrant than they once were but still clearly visible, show flowers, birds, butterflies and blossom in now muted browns. There are also inscriptions in Chinese characters painted just below the shelf and on the bottom apron - most likely messages for good fortune to the recipient of the cabinet or details of when and where it was presented. The artist's 'chop' is also still visible towards the top left of the cabinet. The heavy brass hardware is concaved and at 33cm diameter is in proportion to the doors. Inside the cabinet there are two removable shelves, as well as a third plank shelf that sits over the 'hidden compartment' at the bottom. This is a unique, extraordinary piece - sure to impose itself as the ultimate statement furniture in the right setting. Please note that it is extremely large and heavy so be sure to check access before ordering and call us to discuss delivery options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6973529456697,"sku":"BCW-TA-1620","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/BCW-TA-1620.jpg?v=1571714042"},{"product_id":"shanxi-painted-dressing-mirror-black-lacquer","title":"Shanxi Painted Dressing Mirror, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur solid, full length mirrors are designed to be stood against a wall and these decorative versions match the frames of our Shanxi cabinets. 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The cabinet is from Shanxi in central China and has panels inset into rounded frames - a common feature of furniture from the region. The wood itself is beautifully figured, with the two main door panels complementing each other with their mountain like grain. Once used to store books and documents, the cabinet would work wonderfully in a kitchen or living area for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27918337638483,"sku":"ACW-TA-198373","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/ACW-TA-19373b.jpg?v=1571714122"},{"product_id":"red-lacquer-painted-armoire","title":"Red Lacquer Painted Armoire","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShanxi, circa 1880\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old armoire is still in its original cinnabar red colour. The paintings on the doors and bottom fixed panel were once in bright gold, the gold leaf applied by hand in a process referred to as 'miao jin'. The gold has largely worn away to show just the dark base underneath, leaving just subtle traces of the old paintings of landscapes.  The scrolling pattern along the outer frames is slightly clearer, along with the detail of flowers on the front of the extended top. The doors fit directly into the cabinet frames on wooden hinges, providing a larger canvas for the painted decoration. As was traditional, the cabinet would most likely have been presented as part of the celebrations for a wedding, with red and gold considered the luckiest of colours for the bride and groom. 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With two shelves inside - one incorporating two shallow drawers - and two further drawers below the doors, the cabinet gives plenty of storage either in a bedroom or reception room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40175771844791,"sku":"ACW-TA-2330920","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/files\/ACW-TA-2330920a.jpg?v=1747131254"},{"product_id":"narrow-teal-lacquer-tapered-armoire","title":"Teal Lacquer Tall Tapered Cabinet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShandong, circa 1920\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sleek, teal blue lacquered cabinet is in a classic Chinese 'round cornered' style. The ingenious A-frame design includes doors that are mounted directly into the upper and lower frames of the cabinet on wooden dowels rather than metal hinges. This creates a pure, fluid, elegant look with a sense of upward movement. The door panels are fitted within rounded frames, with the top and outer frames, tapering out to the feet, also rounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis style of cabinet has been seen throughout China for centuries and is unmistakably oriental in appearance. This one dates from the early 20th century, but has been restored with a new lacquer and door hardware. The post between the doors is a removable - an aesthetic feature that was introduced later on in Chinese furniture. With two removable shelves and a removable board hiding the 'secret' bottom compartment, the cabinet is perfect as a statement piece in a living room or used for bedroom storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43839209636068,"sku":"ACW-TL-222681","price":2145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/ACW-TL-222681a.jpg?v=1678722942"},{"product_id":"large-reclaimed-wood-shelves","title":"Large Reclaimed Wood Shelves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely, large bookshelf has been handcrafted using reclaimed pine timbers that are over a century old. The design is in a symmetrical lattice pattern, the frames at the front and back rounded and fitted together using traditional mitred joints. While the shelves are open across their full width, the front and rear vertical dividers create framed sections that are perfect for displaying favourite ornaments or family photos. Five shallow drawers with simple ring handles provide handy storage space. Each shelf unit has been given a distressed black lacquer finish with the pale wood showing through to give a rustic aesthetic that is full of character. 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The door panels are set within similar rounded frames that use wooden dowels to slot into the horizontal frames above and below. This design eliminates the need for external metal hinges and creates a simple and pure aesthetic. The central post between the doors is a stylistic element often seen in later Chinese furniture and can be removed for easier access to the interior. The upper shelf is removable and sits above a fixed shelf with two shallow inset drawers. The cabinet's original lacquered finish has been stripped to showcase the natural, pale elm wood, with its beautiful patterned grain on the doors. The old, dark iron hardware is adorned with simple ring handles. Originally used to store clothing and personal items, the cabinet would be ideal today for bedroom storage, as a kitchen cabinet or for storage in a living room, with a pure, pared back look that would fit easily into any space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44933173477604,"sku":"ACW-TA-1151123","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/files\/ACW-TA-1151123a_0792729e-f3b6-4d89-8c3a-68881e8bb219.jpg?v=1744279832"},{"product_id":"black-lacquer-gold-painted-shanxi-cabinet","title":"Black Lacquer Gold Painted Shanxi Cabinet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShanxi, circa 1860\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary antique cabinet is from Shanxi province in central China, where it would most likely have been produced as part of a dowry for a bride, filled with silks, fabrics and other expensive gifts. The black lacquer finish and detailed paintings, depicting various bronzes, vases and other scholarly symbols along with flowers and various figures, are original, while the door hardware is likely a more recent replacement. The paintings would once have been in more vibrant colours, but have aged and faded to a more subtle palette against the black background. Gold leaf was applied as part of the decoration in a traditional method, and this is still visible, used to pick out the various characters from Chinese folklore painted on the outer frames, as well as the circular symbols for long life and good luck across the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paintings on the doors are  worn but still superbly detailed. They incorporate further characters from Chinese legend, either standing or on horseback, with an array of curios - bronze vessels and vases, that denoted the status of the owner. Once vivid blues and reds enhanced with the bright gold would have stood out beautifully against the dark surface of the cabinet, but now have a more understated, aged look that would fit well into a period home. The cabinet has a single fixed shelf inside, incorporating two shallow drawers. The space at the bottom of the cabinet, behind the front panel beneath the doors, can be accessed by removing a half board, providing an additional hidden storage compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful piece that would have been produced for a wealthy household in Shanxi and today would bring a wow factor to any interior. 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The tapered profile, narrowing from the floor to the top and with doors that fit directly into the upper and lower frames on wooden dowels, is one of the most ingenious designs seen in Chinese furniture.  Without the need for external hinges, the style has a simple, minimalist look and a sense of upward movement and fluidity. Often referred to as a 'round cornered' design, it is one that was commonly used for storage cabinets during the Ming dynasty and later. The cabinet has two removable shelves inside as well as a 'secret' storage compartment accessed by removing the bottom internal board. 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The cabinet’s simple lines, square frame and thick frames show the balanced proportions and restrained elegance that are hallmarks of traditional northern Chinese design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eThe red lacquer finish, once vibrant, has developed a lovely patina through years of use. In Chinese culture, red is an auspicious colour symbolising happiness, vitality and good fortune, particularly when combined with gold. As such the colours were often used on Chinese furniture from Shanxi, especially used for wedding furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eOriginally meant to store clothing or household items, this cabinet today would make a stylish and practical storage piece or statement feature in a modern home. 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