Chinese export Metamorphic Scholars Campaign Chest / Desk Giltwood Showcasing the celebrated double gourd

Showcasing the celebrated double gourd form

renowned for its complex motifs and lustrous surfaces

Depth: 13 cm (5 in)

this mirror can elevate any room setting with its authentic Baroque charm

skillfully applied to enhance the clarity and texture of each lamp

Chinese export Metamorphic Scholars Campaign Chest / Desk Giltwood Showcasing the celebrated double gourdChinese export Metamorphic Scholars Campaign Chest Desk Cabinet Furniture A remarkable example of early 19th century Asian craftsmanship, this Chinese export metamorphic scholars campaign chest desk seamlessly unites function with artistic design. Dated to around 1800, the chest reflects the height of the export wares popular during the Qing dynasty, renowned for their intricate lacquerwork and inventive forms. Origin: China Date: Circa 1800 Material: