Furniture

Ice Chests on Stand

£500

Superb Copies of Ming Dynasty Ice Chests on Stands – Metal‑Lined with Ornate Air Medallions A superb pair of copies of Ming Dynasty ice chests, each raised on elegant carved stands and crafted with remarkable attention to historic detail. These chests replicate the distinctive form and practical ingenuity of original Ming period ice chests, traditionally used to store and cool food and drink in elite households. Each chest features a metal‑lined interior, exactly as the originals did, designed to hold ice while protecting the timber from moisture. The exterior is beautifully made in solid wood with a warm, natural finish that highlights the grain and hand‑worked surfaces. The hinged lids are decorated with carved circular motifs, echoing the symbolic medallions found on classical Chinese furniture. To the front, each chest is fitted with ornate air medallions — decorative pierced roundels that historically allowed controlled airflow while adding a refined aesthetic flourish. These medallions are a key feature of authentic Ming ice chests and are faithfully reproduced here with crisp, intricate carving. The chests sit on shaped stands with cabriole‑style legs, giving them an elevated, sculptural presence and making them ideal as bedside cabinets, lamp tables, or statement storage pieces. Their combination of practical design, traditional detailing, and elegant proportions makes them highly versatile in both contemporary and period interiors.

DimensionsDimensions approx: 65 cms height x 50 cms width x 50 cms depth

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