Painted Shanxi Bridal Chest - 19th Century Wall Art these pots were made in

these pots were made in the Kullu valley

A stylised peacock rises proudly from the rear of the reservoir

The upper bowl retains its original turned detailing

Depicted are two male kabuki actors dressed as women - a practice which began in 1628 with the introduction of yarō-kabuki (all male kabuki) The 11th c

The interior consists of one large space and a fitted candle box finished with red cochineal

Painted Shanxi Bridal Chest - 19th Century Wall Art these pots were made inThis old painted Opera Chest depicts scenes of the traditional Chinese opera. This style of Chinese chest is found exclusively in Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be