Antique Chinese Carved and Lacquered Cabinet, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the red lacquer cabinet with carved and reticulated panel doors beneath two drawers, also with pierced panels, the carved panels depicting scenes of immortals, on four carved feet in the form of foo dogs, h. 33-1/4", w. 42-1/2", d. 22".

Cabinet maintains color intensity and structural integrity. Scattered nicks, scratches, abrasions and chips to the finish throughout. Moisture rings on surface as well as visible shrinkage along the top edge, in the joinery and on the carved feet. A loss and accompanying crack along the lower front edge. Through tenons are elevated and receded at different points due to shrinkage at different times. Shrinkage to back panels have left 1/2" opening between two of the backboards. Carving and gilt are largely intact. All wear is consistent with age, material and use.