Antique Scholar's Bookcase

This sophisticated scholar's cabinet, dating back to the turn of the century, is a testament to fine craftsmanship. Constructed with solid wood, it features mitered, tenon-and-mortise joinery and showcases a striking contrast between dark rosewood and natural-colored elm. The elegant mirrored top chest complements the lower chest, whose doors are adorned with antique marble inlays depicting auspicious symbols like peaches, gourds, and censers. A narrow drawer accommodates long scrolls, while the lower chest boasts an elaborate apron featuring the "dragon and circle" motif characteristic of early 20th-century design. Original, solid brass RuYi-style drawer pulls and Double Happiness hardware enhance the cabinet's aesthetic appeal. The two chests are designed to be stacked or used independently, offering versatility and functionality.