Mother of pearl Altar cabinet
Received from in-laws. They had it in their possession for the last 9 years. Previous owners left the item after house purchase. My research suggest that it’s mother of pearl altar cabinet but cannot find any other information on it. Can’t find markings on it either.
36” wide top 28” long 14.5 “ mid section Wide
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Hi Jasmina,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Chinese export mother-of-pearl inlaid elmwood or rosewood altar cabinet
probably early 20th Century
The rectangular cabinet fitted with two short drawers over two cabinet doors surmounted by rectangular top with raised wings supported by shaped returns. Profusely inlaid all over with foliate mother-of-pearl decoration.
(height), 36 inches wide, 14 1/2 inches deep
CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with some wear visible to the bottom of the side.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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