Qing Dynasty The cabinet of elegant proportions with the top section divided into open compartments of various form, sizes and heights, framed by friezes carved with reticulated designs depicting clusters of vaporous ruyi clouds, joined by a vertical pillar in the form of a writhing scaly dragon, all above a pair of double-door cabinets intricately carved in relief on each door with a mountainous landscape and figures, surmounted by a pair of single drawers and three compartments decorated with floral motifs and antiques, the sides decorated with further floral motifs, the interior lacquered black and gilt-decorated with a landscape, metal hinges and lock plates, standing on four straight feet. 194cm (76 1/2in) high x 43cm (17in) deep x 94cm (37in) wide.