Qing Dynasty (18th–19th Century) Zitan Wood Multi-Tiered Scholar’s Cabinet with Carved Cloud-and-Dragon Motifs and Complete Jade, Porcelain and Scholar’s Objects Collection

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Dimensions: Accompanying scholar's items include: a vermilion gilt landscape brush holder, 14.2 cm (5.6 in) high; a jadeite bracelet, 8.6 cm (3.4 in) outer diameter, weighing 117 grams; a jadeite cabbage carving, 10 cm (3.9 in) long, weighing 263 grams; a jadeite ring, 2.8 cm (1.1 in) inner diameter; a jadeite court hat ornament, 3.5 cm (1.4 in) high; a jadeite writing brush, 31.6 cm (12.4 in) long, weighing 76 grams; a Hetian jade teaspoon, 15.6 cm (6.1 in) long, weighing 36 grams; a Hetian jade flower pendant, 6.8 cm (2.7 in) long, weighing 29 grams; and a Hetian jade snuff bottle, 5 cm (2.0 in) high, weighing 45 grams. 139 grams; Hetian jade cloud-patterned pendant, 9.5 cm (3.7 inches) long; Hetian jade openwork floral panel, 3.6 cm (1.4 inches) wide; Hetian jade double badger carving, 6.5 cm (2.6 inches) long; smoky quartz mountain-shaped pen holder, 14.6 cm (5.7 inches) long, weighing 139 grams; carved ox horn and shell ornament, 10.6 cm (4.2 inches) high, weighing 106 grams. 18th-19th century. Condition and provenance: The cabinet is well-preserved, structurally sound, with exquisite mortise and tenon joints, and the carvings are well-preserved. The rosewood surface exhibits a rich, natural patina, while the accompanying jade, jadeite, porcelain, crystal, and carved ox horn ornaments are also well-preserved and exquisitely crafted. Provenance: Private collection, California, USA. This collection has been held in a private family collection for over thirty years. Description: This precious collection centers around an exquisitely crafted rosewood bookcase, decorated with beautiful cloud and dragon carvings. This bookcase, crafted from precious rosewood, features an exquisite, tiered design with multiple drawers, double-door storage compartments, and a carved base. The doors, drawers, and base are adorned with deep relief carvings, vividly depicting a majestic dragon soaring through clouds. The fine scales, claws, and flowing cloud patterns showcase the superb craftsmanship of Qing Dynasty scholar's furniture. This bookcase aims to protect and display precious collections. Inside, it contains a complete set of scholar's items, including a vermilion-gilt porcelain brush holder, jade ornaments, Hetian jade scholar's accessories, a crystal mountain-shaped brush rest, and carved ox horn ornaments. These items collectively embody the life of traditional Chinese literati, integrating writing, collecting, appreciation, and elegant display. This collection showcases exquisite craftsmanship, encompassing various materials such as rosewood carving, jade carving, porcelain decoration, and other decorative arts, vividly recreating the living environment of a Qing Dynasty scholar's study, and possessing significant artistic, historical, and collectible value.

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