Bleached Lattice Kitchen Cabinet From Tianjin - Late 19thC Material - Reclaimed Wood They were exported to India

They were exported to India as lighting for large homes and to adorn the beautiful palaces during the 19th century

depicting an assemblage of scholar’s objects and auspicious emblems

Blanco initially came in either powder manufactured by the Mills Equipment Company who designed and were a primary manufacturer of the webbing it was used much like soap

this example features finely engraved geometric patterns across the lid inspired by motifs found in Indian temple architecture

and an open geometric lattice platform at the base

Bleached Lattice Kitchen Cabinet From Tianjin - Late 19thC Material - Reclaimed Wood They were exported to IndiaThis Chinese kitchen cabinet is made from elm and poplar wood. It dates from the late 19th century and its bleached look makes it fit perfectly into a modern kitchen. Originally they were used for storing and drying noodles and other foods. Chinese cabinets are made with exceptional craftsmanship. The styles on 18th and 19th century pieces were often based on Ming designs that have a beautiful simplicity. From China 140 x 45 x 115 (wxdxh cms) UK