Chinese Antique Furniture: From the ancient civilisation that gave us the Ming vase, it is hardly surprising that Chinese antiques are becoming highly sought after the world over. Superbly crafted and rich in historically inspired decorative motifs, Chinese antique furniture is now highly collectible and considered an essential “accent” furniture in any design conscious home, looking to bring a global dimension to any decorating theme.
Characteristically, Chinese antique furniture is made from precious wood types, such as mahogany, sandalwood or rose wood. It tends to be lacquered, usually in black or red. It is sometimes carved. Inlaid or painted decoration is frequently added to its surface. In particular, black lacquer furniture is today very much in vogue among antique collectors and interior designers due to its sophisticated, stylish and functional look. It blends excellently with today's modern interiors.
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Ethnic Chic, located in Amsterdam’s trendy Nine Streets area, showcases selected Chinese furniture and accessories from the Scheel & Melkonian collection. Ethnic Chic specialises in fusion décor - Fortuny style Venetian silk lamps, throws, bed covers, table cloths, cushions, Maharaja rolls, reversible hand stitched quilts and hand spun muslin curtains.
Scheel & Melkonian, established almost 10 years ago, was one of the first houses in Europe to specialise in fine Chinese antique furnishings. Today, the collection continues to be sourced directly from China. The collection is vast – spread over three entire floors of a charming old coach house in the Spiegelkwartier (Amsterdam’s antique Mecca).
The range of antiques usually includes Chinese beds, Chinese tables & chairs, dining tables, console tables, screens, wall hangings, antique cabinets, chests, Chinese lamps, statues, ornaments and artefacts.
A worldwide shipping service is provided.
