Red & Black Painted Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Material - Mango Wood A rare fusion of automotive

A rare fusion of automotive nostalgia and cultural tradition

showcasing the enduring appeal of traditional hand-carving

The doors are decorated with finely painted gilt chinoiserie panels

aged patina speak to decades of handling and use

Black Lacquered Scholars Desk from Shanxi Province - dating from the 19th century

Red & Black Painted Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Material - Mango Wood A rare fusion of automotiveOne of a pair of old Chinese red and black lacquer wedding cabinets from Shanxi province. The other cabinet can be found HERE. This beautifully painted cabinet is adorned with various birds, insects and flowers. There are also stylized patterns around the edges and wise objects, although faded, can still be seen at the bottom of the cabinet. Lacquer cabinets were often given as wedding gifts usually in pairs. The lacquer is a resin made from the sap