Antique Phoenix Door Lintel from Boudoir (5377), Circa 1800-1849

  
This authentic antique Chinese door lintel was originally made for Boudoir of an upper-class family. The intricate carvings of "two phoenix facing the sun" surrounded with "cloud and scroll" design decorate the the top of the lintel. ("phoenix" symbolized female in ancient China) The middle five panels are carved with "plum tree, phoenix, chrysanthemums, peony and lotus" design. The finials are crafted into "lotus" design form. The relief carvings on this lintel are very delicate and three dimensional. This door lintel is handcrafted and structured with wooden pegs and tenon structure, which is the very traditional craftsmanship for furniture making in ancient China. Made from Cunninghamia Wood with fine wood grain, this piece is a rare find and has been kept in excellent condition. (can be used as an art piece for wall decoration). Authenticity Appraisal will be provided upon request.

(local pick-up at our showroom will get special discount). This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Other Chinese Antiques". The seller is "schen7199" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Primary Material: Wood
• Age: 1800-1849
• Region of Origin: China
• Original/Reproduction: Original