Three carved panels in red and gilt, framed together over a natural grasscloth ground. The carving is figural and finely cut, with small robed figures, architecture and foliage built up in layers, then finished in red lacquer-toned color and gilded highlights. We read the work as Chinese, likely Late Qing dynasty, roughly 19th to early 20th century.
The gilt shadow box frame lifts the panels from the grasscloth so the shadows do the work. At 19.5 by 24.5 inches it is a good size for a dining room wall, a study or the space above a console. Red and gold look well against deep green, charcoal and warm white walls.
Specifications
- Era: Late Qing dynasty, roughly 19th to early 20th century (estimated)
- Origin: China (likely)
- Material: Carved wood panels with red and gilt finish, grasscloth ground, gilt wood shadow box frame
- Size: 19.5"(W) x 2"(D) x 24.5"(H), overall framed
- Color: Red and gold on natural grasscloth
- Condition: Wear consistent with age and use, including minor wear to the gilt and finish. This is part of its character and historical value.
These framed antique carved gilt panels measure 19.5 inches wide, 2 inches deep and 24.5 inches high overall. They are three carved wood panels in red and gilt, likely Chinese and Late Qing, mounted on grasscloth in a gilt shadow box frame.
Q: How were carvings like this made and gilded?
A: The scenes were carved in relief, often in layers, then coated in color and finished with gilding on the raised details. The result is a surface that catches light along every edge.
Q: What colors work with red and gilt carvings?
A: Deep greens, charcoal, ink blue and warm white all give the red room to glow. Avoid competing reds nearby and let the gold catch window light.
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