Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Decorative Chinese Art 91 x 58 x 58

91 x 58 x 58  (wxdxh cms)

It displays superbly on its own

It is still perfectly usable today

This carved Indian teak panel from a Ratha Yatra chariot depicts a peacock in a foliate surrounding

This Chinese painters table is ideal for use as a dining table - made from Red Elm and dating from the mid 19th century

Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Decorative Chinese Art 91 x 58 x 58This dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer wedding cabinet features the less common technique of darkened silver leaf over the traditional gold maki e technique. This is achieved using a dark varnish layered over silver designs. The design features swooping kingfishers and doves over blossoming chrysanthemums & hibiscus flowers. This is framed by a trailing floral design. The black lacquer surface is worn with age. Our restoration team has carefully