Book Carrying Cabinet, 17th century, 33 3/4 x 28 3/4 x 15 1/2in. ( x 73 x ), Huanghuali hardwood and pai-tong hardware, China, 17th century, Distinguished by its size, grain pattern, and beautifully restrained hardware, this book cabinet would have held books, stationary and writing implements necessary to a scholar. The handle indicates that it was intended to transport these materials out-of-doors when necessary. Reading and writing outside was a common literati pursuit

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