Lacquered Elm Chinese Cabinet - Goldfields C.1850
The solid elm structure is sound with no movement. The quality of build is good - it is traditionally joinery built with mortise & tenon joints. The construction is solid & heavy. The feet are in excellent condition, & though some wear is evident, are not suffering rot as is common. The timber housed hinge assembly is in good original condition & operates well. The original lacquer finish is intact however does show wear. There is evidence that it has been polished with tung oil or a similar la