A compact two-door cabinet in black paint, with warm brown showing through at the edges where the finish has worn. Two small drawers across the top carry carved blossoms and sprigs and a half-round cup pull. Below them, each door has a raised panel with a carved triangular spray at the center and tiny flowers in the corners. Brass butterfly hinges, a brass lock plate and a slide latch give the front a bright, practical detail, and scalloped brackets between the straight legs soften the base.

It is a mid-century piece in the Asian tradition, made when Chinese cabinet forms were still being built with carved doors and brass hardware. At 36 inches wide and 38.5 inches high, it is the right size for an entry, a dining room wall, a bedroom or beside a sofa. The black finish gives it a clean outline against white plaster, and the carving keeps it from looking plain up close.

Specifications

• Era: Mid 20th century
• Origin: Asia, likely China
• Material: Wood (species unconfirmed), black painted finish, brass hardware
• Size: 36"(W) x 19"(D) x 38.5"(H)
• Color: Black with brown edge wear
• Condition: Used mid-century. Wear consistent with age & use, including worn paint at the edges, which is part of its character & historical value.

This mid-century Asian painted cabinet has two carved drawers over two carved doors in a black finish with brass hardware. It measures 36 inches wide, 19 inches deep and 38.5 inches high. It suits an entry, a dining room, a bedroom or a living room.

Q&A
1. What does mid-century mean for Asian furniture, and how is it different from antique?
Mid-century Asian furniture was made around the middle of the 20th century, usually in traditional forms with later finishes and hardware. Antique pieces are generally 100 years old or more. Mid-century examples are often sturdier and more consistent in finish.
2. Can a small Asian cabinet work as an entry piece or a bar cabinet?
Yes. A cabinet 36 inches wide and 19 inches deep fits a narrow entry, and the doors hide bottles, glasses or linens. Keep the top clear for a lamp and a tray, and use the drawers for small items.

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