Furniture List
Wai Hing "Tempus Fugit" Grandfather Clock
An ornate dark wood grandfather clock with a classic "Tempus Fugit" dial. This piece features a tall rectangular base with a circular longevity motif carved into the lower cabinet door, a mid-section with beveled glass showcasing three brass weights and a pendulum, and an upper housing with a detailed clock face and arched crest. Intricate carvings of dragons and clouds adorn the curved crown, combining Chinese aesthetic influences with traditional Western clock design. The clock operates via a mechanical chain-driven movement, made in Germany. Instructions and provenance indicate the clock was serviced by Wai Hing Clocks Co. Ltd. in Hong Kong.
Pair of Ming-Style Horseshoe-Back Chairs
A distinguished pair of horseshoe-back armchairs crafted in the traditional Ming dynasty style, often referred to as "Official's Hat Chairs". Made from richly polished hardwood with a lustrous reddish-brown finish, the chairs feature a single, continuous crest rail that curves gracefully around the back and terminates in scroll ends. The back splat is detailed with carved decorative motifs, including stylized Chinese symbols and a central medallion. The front legs terminate in horse-hoof feet, with side and back stretchers reinforcing the robust frame. These chairs reflect refined proportions, elegant curvature, and classical simplicity.
Ming-Style Hardwood Coffee Table with Drawer
A rectangular coffee table constructed in solid hardwood with a reddish-brown polished finish. The table features clean Ming-style lines with inward-curving legs ending in hoof feet and a single central drawer with brass hardware. Though similar in height and form to the seating set (D002-D003), this table is a standalone piece, slightly larger and with a deeper finish. Its tabletop is protected by a fitted glass top. This elegant piece serves as a refined centerpiece for a sitting area, blending functional storage with traditional style.
Ming-Style Two-Door Cabinet with Relief Carvings
A compact, dark-wood cabinet with pronounced Ming-style influence, this two-door unit features intricate low-relief carvings of pastoral scenes. The top surface is rectangular with rounded "scroll" ends, framing a subtly raised central surface. Each door panel showcases scenes of animals and nature, including horses and cattle beneath trees, while the drawer above is adorned with a motif of birds over waves. Side and corner edges are highlighted with carved floral medallions. The cabinet stands on straight legs, each slightly recessed. Brass pulls and side brackets add to the visual weight and authenticity.
Four-Drawer Tambour-Front Chest
A unique cabinet featuring a tambour-style roll-front panel that slides up to reveal three stacked drawers. The design merges functionality with a sleek visual profile. Once opened, the roller door reveals traditional dovetail drawers set within a deep rectangular frame. The wood is stained a dark reddish-brown, showing the grain under high polish. The top is finished with a beveled lip and subtle carved grooves on the upper panel. It sits on four short cabriole-style legs, lending a graceful lift to its compact bulk. The roller mechanism is smooth and intact, while small aged brass handles complete the look.
Slim Vertical Roll-Front Cabinet
A narrow and tall hardwood cabinet featuring a roll-front tambour door that conceals the contents within. The piece has a smooth, flat top and simple rectangular profile, supported by a square base. Its vertical slatted door rolls upward to reveal internal compartments or shelving (not visible in image). Minimalist in design, the cabinet stands discreetly in corners or tight hallway spaces.
Double Door Rounded Chinese Bar Cabinet
A sophisticated and well-crafted Chinese bar cabinet with a softly curved, semi-oval form and glossy deep-red finish. The upper section opens with a drop-down door revealing an intricately carved geometric panel and bottle rack with circular cutouts for secure display. Side panels flip open to become flat serving platforms. Below, a set of double swing doors opens to reveal a spacious storage compartment with bottle dividers. Two tall side compartments, each with individual locks, conceal vertical shelves for additional bottle or glass storage. The cabinet is adorned with four symmetrical circular "shou" (longevity) medallions carved in relief across its front panels, reinforcing its cultural symbolism and elegance. The cabinet stands on slightly raised feet and exhibits classic Chinese Revival detailing throughout.
Chinese Hardwood Low Sideboard with Drawers
A substantial low-profile Chinese sideboard crafted from dark hardwood. The cabinet features a asymmetrical layout of three on the left hand side, framing a central row of two drawers beneath the tabletop. The drawer fronts are adorned with recessed geometric carved handles in the shape of stylized "shou" (longevity) medallions, inset into elliptical cut-outs. The central open compartment is designed for storage or display, originally used here to house TV-related items. The piece's strong lines, solid structure, and minimalist carved detailing reflect a practical yet elegant Chinese Revival aesthetic.