Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze 74 x 7 x 159

74 x 7 x 159 (wxdxh cms)

Such pieces were often made by skilled artisans and used in temples and homes alike for daily devotional practices

This authentic 19th century Chinese farm bench is crafted from a single thick plank of solid walnut using traditional mortise and tenon joinery

The elaborate interior is a Japanese temple with a central drawer forming steps leading to a circular window with a view of a table with Buddhist emblems on two small drawers

Dimensions: W x D x H cm

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze 74 x 7 x 159This beautiful 19th century painted sideboard originates from Qinghai Province, China, where it was traditionally used by local families for storing clothing, grain and other household possessions. Finished in its original richly aged red lacquer, the cabinet retains a remarkable painted faade depicting scenes of scholarly life and traditional symbolism. The three hand painted panels portray a scholar at his desk, a still life of scholarly objects and