Elm Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Bronze It is made from rosewood

It is made from rosewood that has bleached over time

it is richly detailed with geometric and floral chip carving and bound with iron for strength and security

They varied from very highly decorated with gold or silver leaf ( used by wealthy or royal households) to brass filagree or more basic plain iron which has been highly polished

This dramatic Chinese reproduction blue and white porcelain tall vase is decorated with lucky symbols

making them ideal not only as a screen but also as a pair of sliding doors

Elm Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Bronze It is made from rosewoodThis graceful antique Chinese side cabinet is from Shanxi in Northern China & dates to the Qing dynasty (16441911) and the 19th century. This style of cabinet is often called a round corner cabinet and the style was first seen in the Ming dynasty. This style of cabinet was a staple in Shanxi province and would have been used both for storage of scrolls & clothes. The cabinet is constructed from northern elm wood ( yumu) and would have been lacquered