Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia This rustic hand carved marble

This rustic hand carved marble bowl with a handle can be used for serving food

This piece originally was made as part of a set with another cabinet standing on the top

桑名　海上七里ノ渡口

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and remnants of lacquer enhancing character

The frame has a patchy 'distressed' feel and is a mixture of earthy reds and blacks

Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia This rustic hand carved marbleThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer cabinet would make a great centerpiece in any room. It's decorated with faded giltwork which would once have depicted scenes from the countryside. Flowers can be seen in the lower panels. This style of panelled cabinet is often called a wedding cabinet and this particular piece is from a provincial area in Shanxi, Northern China. The interior consists of a large interior space separated by two shelves.