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Chinese huanghuali and huamu cupboard

Unknown artist, 1630–1670

While all Chinese furniture-makers of this period are anonymous, this cupboard displays all the characteristics of late Ming furniture. A storage cupboard of this type would have been made for domestic use, possibly for storing books. It is constructed of huanghuali, a close-grained hardwood related to the rosewood family, and huamu wood. The quality of craftsmanship is exquisite.

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Title of artwork, date

Chinese huanghuali and huamu cupboard, 1630–1670

Date supported

1994

Medium and material

Huanghuali and huamu wood

Dimensions

122 x 74 x 39 cm

Grant

2000

Total cost

8500

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