NookDeco

NookDeco Chinese antique restored furniture and artefacts Chinese & Asian antique restored furniture and arts.

Individually hand picked one of a kind, unique furniture and handcrafted artistic products from the Far East. Nook Deco Ltd.
9 Clifton Arcade
Bristol, BS8 4AA
United Kingdom

It has taken a while for this unique, treasured Tibetan cabinet from the late Qing dynasty to find the perfect home. Now...
31/03/2026

It has taken a while for this unique, treasured Tibetan cabinet from the late Qing dynasty to find the perfect home. Now it has!😻😻😻

The Qing dynasty Tibetan cabinet sits in the room as if it was always meant to be there, quietly anchoring the space with its age and character.💖💖💖

The cabinet’s weathered wood and soft, timeworn patina create a beautiful contrast against the room’s contemporary palette. The deep teal-green walls and cabinetry echo the earthy tones of the antique piece, allowing it to blend naturally while still standing out as a focal point. Its pale, aged surface softens the richness of the surrounding colours and adds warmth to the modern interior.

Placed along the kitchen island, the cabinet introduces a sense of history and craftsmanship into a sleek, modern setting. The carved details and solid proportions balance the clean lines of the kitchen cabinetry and the glass dining chairs, giving the room a layered and collected feel rather than something overly designed.

The warm candlelight reflecting through the glass lanterns on top of the cabinet enhances its texture, highlighting the subtle marks of time in the wood. Against the herringbone floor and the calm green backdrop, the cabinet feels both grounded and elegant—an antique piece that brings soul, depth, and authenticity to the space.

Rather than competing with the modern décor, the Tibetan cabinet from the Qing era enriches it, proving that a well-chosen antique can elevate a contemporary room by adding character, story, and timeless beauty. A PERFECT CHOICE!👏👏👏

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Many thanks to our generous customer for sharing these beautiful photos with us 👻👻. Pefection!😍😍The setting feels like a...
06/01/2026

Many thanks to our generous customer for sharing these beautiful photos with us 👻👻. Pefection!😍😍

The setting feels like a refined coastal lounge or heritage café interior—a thoughtful blend of history, craftsmanship, and colour harmony, where the teal cabinet and crab artwork create a cohesive, timeless statement. At the centre is a restored teal cabinet, around 100 years old, with visible patina, worn edges, and layered paint that tell its history rather than hide it. The distressed teal finish carries hints of sea-green and aged turquoise, giving it depth and warmth.

Above it hangs a large framed crab artwork. The crab is rendered in rich shades of deep green, teal, and blue, echoing the cabinet’s colour palette perfectly. Their bold, detailed forms add a striking visual focus, while the vintage illustration style complements the cabinet’s age and character. Together, the cabinet and artwork feel perfectly paired, almost as if designed for each other.

The surrounding elements enhance the atmosphere:

Leather armchairs in warm brown tones add softness and contrast to the cool teal hues.

Exposed brickwork and textured walls introduce warmth and authenticity.

The light wood flooring offsets the vibrant furniture, bringing an elegant balance to the overall space.

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So glad this century-old treasure has found its ideal home just in time for Christmas🎊🎉. It’s not just decoration—it’s a...
29/12/2025

So glad this century-old treasure has found its ideal home just in time for Christmas🎊🎉. It’s not just decoration—it’s a story settling! And thank you, Sophie, for your generosity in sharing this phone with us.😍😍😍

There’s something magical about seeing this 100-year-old crackle sideboard finally in its element. Its weathered patina, deep textures, and time-softened colours settle effortlessly against the stone wall, as if the space was designed around it. The dried flowers to one side and the lush green plant to the other strike a perfect balance—earthy, vibrant, and full of life—framing the piece like art.

The mix of old-world charm and modern touches on the surface feels intentional and alive, giving the room a heartbeat. It’s a moment where history, craftsmanship, and home come together—and you can almost feel the years in the wood exhale with relief, like it’s finally where it’s meant to be.👏👏👏

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milesglanville _abstract 'Little Boy (Hiroshima)' [left] and 'Fat Man (Nagasaki)' [right] - Oil on Cradled Wood Panel - ...
26/11/2025

milesglanville _abstract 'Little Boy (Hiroshima)' [left] and 'Fat Man (Nagasaki)' [right] - Oil on Cradled Wood Panel - both 100x100x5cm

Dedicated to the lives lost, and survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings on 6th and 9th August 1945.

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We are incredibly proud to see one of our 100-year-old wardrobes featured in this spectacular project by Patience & Goug...
18/11/2025

We are incredibly proud to see one of our 100-year-old wardrobes featured in this spectacular project by Patience & Gough.🥰🥰🥰 Patience & Gough is a world-class interior design studio based in the UK, renowned for their breathtaking craftsmanship and innovative design approach. Their work truly brings timeless pieces like ours to life.👏👏👏

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This beautifully restored Chinese cabinet features a traditional top-opening door, a classic design once used for storin...
16/11/2025

This beautifully restored Chinese cabinet features a traditional top-opening door, a classic design once used for storing linens, clothing, or treasured household items. The piece is finished in a rich deep red lacquer, symbolising prosperity and good fortune in Chinese culture.

The front panel showcases an elegant hand-painted floral composition, framed by intricate geometric border patterns that highlight the cabinet’s refined craftsmanship. The restored lacquer surface displays areas of natural age character, creating a striking blend of authenticity and charm.😍😍😍

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A beautifully restored Chinese console table, showcasing the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Chinese fu...
09/11/2025

A beautifully restored Chinese console table, showcasing the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Chinese furniture.

Historically, Chinese console tables like this one were used in homes and palaces as decorative and functional pieces. These tables often served as places to display important items like ceremonial objects, artwork, or family heirlooms, and were also commonly placed in hallways, entryways, or living rooms. They were designed to add an air of elegance to the space while maintaining functionality.

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Inspired by the ancient Chinese Tiao An (Narrow Table), this elegant peacock green high-lacquer console table has been r...
09/11/2025

Inspired by the ancient Chinese Tiao An (Narrow Table), this elegant peacock green high-lacquer console table has been restored with a modern high-lacquered finish.

The Tiao An, often translated as “Long Narrow Table” or “Altar Table,” is one of the most iconic and culturally significant forms in traditional Chinese furniture. Its history is deeply intertwined with Chinese social customs, architecture, and aesthetics.

This beautiful piece makes a stunning sideboard for showcasing your favourite arty ornaments, antiques, or lamps.

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This is a fine example of an antique Chinese wood cabinet, likely from the late Qing Dynasty (19th century), meticulousl...
09/11/2025

This is a fine example of an antique Chinese wood cabinet, likely from the late Qing Dynasty (19th century), meticulously restored to preserve its original patina while enhancing structural integrity. It exemplifies traditional Ming-style proportions adapted for practical storage, with a compact, rectangular form that balances elegance and functionality. The piece has been sympathetically restored, evident in the refreshed lacquer finish and reinforced joinery, making it suitable for contemporary interiors while retaining authentic historical character.

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This classic Chinese historic four-door sideboard was originally crafted as a wedding cabinet for a newlywed couple. Dur...
09/11/2025

This classic Chinese historic four-door sideboard was originally crafted as a wedding cabinet for a newlywed couple. During its careful restoration, the piece was relacquered while preserving its exquisite original burgundy red tone, the delicately worn golden line drawings on the front, and the authentic tung oil finish on the top surface. Each of these pieces is unique and one only.

This antique Chinese red lacquer sideboard features intricate hand-painted motifs on its doors and frames, each imbued with deep cultural and symbolic meaning rooted in traditional Chinese art. These delicate golden line drawings were often created to express blessings, prosperity, fertility and harmony, especially when made for auspicious occasions such as weddings or new household beginnings.

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