Black Lacquer Painted Double Cabinet material-silk is original

is original

This was a typical theme used for decorating this kind of storage chest and was designed to show the wealth and importance of the owner

which resembles both a yoke and the hats worn by court mandarins

arranged in delicate sprays across the doors and lower apron

Black Lacquer Painted Double Cabinet material-silk is originalShanxi, circa 1830 This striking cabinet originates from Shanxi province and dates to around 1830. Made in the classic regional style, it is crafted from elm wood and finished in a deep, rich black lacquer that has worn gently over nearly two centuries of use. The resulting patinamarked by areas of soft crackle, rubbing, and age worn texturegives the piece its unmistakable character and warmth. The front is beautifully decorated with painted floral