Large Chinese Antique Ancestral Shrine Architectural Altar Temple For Sale

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Large Chinese Antique Ancestral Shrine Architectural Altar Temple

Name: Large Chinese Antique Ancestral Shrine Architectural Altar Temple
Price: 3500 USD
Availability: InStock

$3,500

Lynx Hollow Antiques

Forney, TX

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A magnificent Chinese Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) architectural ancestral shrine.

19th century, China, most impressive monumental size, exceptionally executed in traditional … more A magnificent Chinese Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) architectural ancestral shrine.

19th century, China, most impressive monumental size, exceptionally executed in traditional ancient Chinese architecture timber-frame temple hall form, exquisitely hand-crafted and heavily carved with intricate details on the sloped roof and throughout the ornate frame, elaborately decorated layered front with Dougong interlocking wooden brackets over ornate relief carvings and latticework, partial raised gallery fenced entry, retaining some signs of faded gilt decor and lacquer throughout the structure. Ancestral shrines were important religious items throughout most Asian countries. The fine quality, intricate ornamentation and massive scale of this religious architectural building model indicate it must have came from a wealthy and likely prominent family.

Retaining remnants of the red wax export seal on the rear roof, indicating it's authentic and was legally exported out of China in accordance with their antiquites trade laws.

Dimensions: (approx)
55" Tall, 37.5" Wide, 26" Deep;
Visible Interior/Altar for display figures, icons or folk art 25" x 25" x 10"

Provenance / Acquisition:
A private Gentleman's Dallas, Texas fine art and antiques collection

Acquired from Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas, Texas. Owned and curated by Reyne Hirsch, a media personality and expert in 20th century decorative arts. She's was a top appraiser for Antiques Roadshow on PBS for 13 years, as well as a leading contributer to the Huffington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, amongst other publications. She's also founded highly regarded art galleries and exhibits throughout the United States. less

Dimensions: 37.5ʺW × 26ʺD × 55ʺH

Styles: Asian Antique; Qing

Period: 19th Century

Country of Origin: China

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Wood

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Brown

Tear Sheet

Condition Notes: Great antique condition with nicely aged warm rich dark patina. Retaining remnants of original gilt polychrome decoration. Structurally sound. Wear … moreGreat antique condition with nicely aged warm rich dark patina. Retaining remnants of original gilt polychrome decoration. Structurally sound. Wear consistent with age, use, handling & exposure, including minor scattered nicks, losses & worn finish less

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