Chinese Burr Camphor Chest From Tianjin - 19th Century Wool Tibetan cabinets are now very

Tibetan cabinets are now very rare and there are many reproduction pieces made in China coming onto the market

Urlis was cast using the ancient lost wax method (cire perdue)

Either side of the central compartment are two larger compartments with a fitted shelf

Both a cultural artefact and a visually engaging piece

Executed in rich black lacquer with intricate gilded decoration

Chinese Burr Camphor Chest From Tianjin - 19th Century Wool Tibetan cabinets are now veryThis excellent example of a traditional Chinese camphor trunk is made using burr camphor wood. Camphor trunks were usually made in pairs, one each for husband & wife. They were used to store clothing. This simple design is pure Ming dynasty in style. This piece is Qing dynasty (1644 1912) and dates to the 19th century. Constructed from high quality burr elm, this piece boasts a beautiful grain structure. Camphor wood is moth & insect repellent and