A Chinese Hardwood Apothecary or Scholar's Chest Yaoxiang

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A Chinese Hardwood Apothecary or Scholar's Chest Yaoxiang Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 18th century, probably huanghuali wood, of rectangular form, the two hinged doors mounted with an engraved circular brass lock plate and rectangular hinges, opening to an arrangement of five drawers of varying sizes, each fitted with shaped brass escutcheon and pendant pulls, the sides mounted with bail handles, the case constructed with exposed dovetail joinery and raised on a molded platform base. The form is closely related to guanpixiang, or scholar's seal chests, although distinguished by its fixed rather than hinged top. 13 x 10 3/4 x 9 1/4 in. Private Collection, North Carolina Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

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