Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Cambodia It is likely that it

It is likely that it would have been recessed into a wall in a home and used for the reading of daily prayers

they are a stunning addition to any home or collection

The hand pose is Shuni mudra

Made from solid brass with a two-tiered container secured by a hinged frame and handle

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Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Cambodia It is likely that itThis old painted Opera Chest depicts scenes of traditional Chinese opera. This style of Chinese chest is found exclusively in Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be