A PAIR OF HARDWOOD DRAGON CHESTS, QING China, 1644-1912. The chests carved with two confronting dragons chasing a flaming pearl in high relief, with brass and iron fittings and handles as well as matching brass locks with the original keys. (2) Condition: Extensive traces of wear, scratches, losses, and age cracks. Provenance: From the collection of Alexander Popov in Novi Sad, Kingdom of Serbia, acquired between 1900-1920. Dimensions: Size 42.7 x 95.3 x 63.0 cm each. A copy of an old black and white photo, dating to early 1930s, with the collector's living room, and the present chests within, is accompanying this lot.