A unique Dutch lacquered Chinoiserie cabinet on stand
Holland or West-Friesland, late 17th century H. 202 x W. 155.5 x D. 55.5 cm
The pinewood carcass Japanned in gold, green, red, blue and white on a black ground, with two doors identically decorated with chinoiserie figures engaged in various pastimes in landscapes with pagoda’s under curtains raised by two angels, inside arched frames of intricately intertwined tendrils. Under the doors, a long drawer, decorated with flowers and birds. The cupboard resting on baluster shaped legs connected by stretchers. The sides decorated with flowers, birds and butterflies. Doors opening to reveal two cupboard shelves with two hanging drawers likewise decorated with intertwined tendrils.