#59 • Chinese Apothecary Chest

Part of Tan Auction - Motorcycle, Musical Instruments, Furniture & More (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $236.00

Status: Sold

Wonderful, 19 drawer apothecary chest with Chinese text on each drawer front with ring pulls fastened with cotter pin style fasteners. Brass hinges and corner protectors. Upswept pagoda top and sculpted legs and scrolling skirt. Features a open cabinet space behind two lockable doors- locked with an traditional animal brass lock with key. Rough translation on some of the drawer fronts read: Yam, Lamp Wick, Grass Beans, Kudzu, kudzu root, Sichuan pepper, lichi, safflower, myrrh. In good, aged condition- 21.75"T x 25"W x 8.25"D. BP