{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-carved-hardwood-display-cabinet-bookcase","title":"Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Display Cabinet Bookcase","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hw-luxury-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"hw-description-eyebrow\"\u003eCHINESE STYLE · VINTAGE · CARVED HARDWOOD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"hw-description-lead\"\u003eA substantial \u003cstrong\u003evintage Chinese-style carved hardwood display cabinet and bookcase\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining extensive glazed display space with richly carved lower cupboard doors and generous practical storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eImpressive in scale at 244 cm wide, the cabinet is arranged with six glazed upper doors above a series of drawers and carved lower cupboards. The warm dark timber, decorative brass fittings and repeated carved botanical motifs give the piece a strong traditional Chinese-inspired appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-catalogue-facts\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hw-catalogue-fact\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003ePeriod\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hw-catalogue-fact\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eChinese\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hw-catalogue-fact\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eHardwood\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hw-catalogue-fact\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eForm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Cabinet \/ Bookcase\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"hw-luxury-features\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLarge vintage Chinese-style display cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eConstructed in dark-toned hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSix glazed upper display doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMultiple internal shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSix frieze drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSix carved lower cupboard doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDecorative botanical and branch carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTraditional brass hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExtensive display and concealed storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eImpressive 244 cm overall width\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Proportion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is conceived as a broad two-part storage and display piece, with a glazed upper section providing extensive visible display space and a more solid lower cabinet providing enclosed storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThree pairs of glazed doors extend across the upper section, each opening to fitted shelving suitable for books, ceramics, glassware, decorative objects or a substantial collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eBelow, a continuous row of six drawers sits above six panelled cupboard doors, creating an exceptionally useful storage arrangement while maintaining a balanced and architectural façade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCarved Decoration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe lower cabinet is particularly distinctive for its repeated carved botanical decoration. Branches, foliage and blossom-like motifs are worked in relief across the cupboard doors, giving the cabinet texture and visual rhythm without overwhelming the overall form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFurther carved decoration appears across the drawer fronts, creating continuity between the upper and lower parts of the cabinet. The warm colour of the timber allows this carving to read clearly across the wide façade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eTraditional brass fittings provide a pleasing contrast against the dark wood and reinforce the cabinet's Chinese-inspired decorative character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eOne of the strengths of this cabinet is the combination of extensive display space and concealed storage. The glazed upper section gives excellent visibility across a wide frontage, while the lower cupboards provide practical room for items that do not need to remain on view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe six drawers add further useful storage for smaller items, making the cabinet particularly practical for a large living room, dining room, library, commercial interior or collector's space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eAt over two metres wide, this is a substantial piece and works best where it can be given enough wall space to retain its impressive proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hw-description-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eA Large Decorative Statement Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eWith its broad architectural form, dark hardwood construction, extensive glazing and carved lower cabinetry, this piece has considerable decorative presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eIt would work particularly well as a display cabinet for ceramics, books, glassware or decorative collections, while the lower section offers the practical advantage of substantial concealed storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eOffered by \u003cstrong\u003eHawkins Antiques, family furniture specialists since the 1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hawkins Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64904588624249,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6633\/8937\/files\/DSCF8290.jpg?v=1792163976","url":"https:\/\/hawkinsantiques.com\/products\/vintage-chinese-carved-hardwood-display-cabinet-bookcase","provider":"Hawkins Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}