Antique Chinese Merchants Travel Chest

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This delightful antique wooden chest boasts its original lacquer and paintings on the front, depicting Chinese figures within a red background. The main character in the central circle essentially means ‘thousands of tons of gold’ and the characters at either side talk of trading all of the world and bringing in money from everywhere.

A Chinese merchant will have used this chest during his travels, carrying his possessions throughout the Shanxi region during the 19th century.

The lid and side panels are supported with old brass braces, matching the original brass clasp on the front.

Use today as a great side table in a living area or great for storing bed linen and clothes.

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Design Period	Before 1890
Production Period	Before 1890
Country of Manufacture	China
Style	Antique
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Heavy signs of use, Patina consistent with age and use
Product Code	MDS-605108
Materials	Wood
Color	Black
Width	77 cm 30.3 inch
Depth	48 cm 18.9 inch
Height	50 cm 19.7 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.