Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Coasters Isho Dansu Kimono Chest -

Isho Dansu Kimono Chest - Early Meiji Period 19thC

This panel dates to the 19th century

it's brass bound and dates from the mid 19thC

57 x 43 x 102 (wxdxh cms)

A beautifully hand carved wooden Indian elephant  - Hand painted in the traditional Rajasthani style by local craftspeople

Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Coasters Isho Dansu Kimono Chest -Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. It played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honoured daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern