Chinese Leather Document Chest

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DESCRIPTION:  A handsome rectangular Chinese chest crafted from a deep red ox leather and furnished with brass fittings.  The interior still has the original blue silk lining and would have originally held scrolls or documents.  Today it would make an attractive accent piece on top or underneath a cabinet or table. Good condition with some scuffing on edges;  blue silk interior has some stains and small holes.  This chest originated from Zhejiang Province and dates from 1920-1940.  DIMENSIONS:  27 1/4" wide (69.2 cm) x 7" high (17.8 cm) x 17 1/2" deep (44.5 cm). <div id='rater_target1253675'></div>

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