An extremely good quality early 20th century oriental freestanding maple chest profusely and deeply carved. This Beautiful Carved Chest is made from Camphor Wood,  it is a hard wood which lends itself very well to carving. The main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance, it smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells repels moths hence its common use in the best quality Blanket Boxes The chest is a classic shape with carvings of Ships/City and Dragons scenes, carved on both the top and the front, the handles are inset carved, the chest stands on stepped bracket feet.

Pleasing colour and patina, ready to go straight into the home.

Dimensions & Summery

Height: 20.5in  (52cm)  

Width: 37in  (94cm)                         

Depth: 17.7in  (45cm) 

Style: Asian

Date: 20th

Place of Origin: China

Materials: Camphor Wood

Ref no: PAP19017

Delivery  Free delivery is offered to England & Wales only when buyer pays full asking price, next day delivery is not possible due to the size of the piece, please allow between 7-14 days delivery.