Red Lacquer Cabinet From Gansu Province - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood This piece is made from

This piece is made from reclaimed teak wood which is salvaged from old buildings in India

speaks to years of use and handling

The hand pose is Shuni mudra

Many survived on the tall ceilings unlike their European counterparts which were taken down and smashed when electricity arrived

137 x 47 x 87 (wxdxh cms)

Red Lacquer Cabinet From Gansu Province - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood This piece is made fromThis exquisite antique lacquered Chinese cabinet is from Gansu province on the border with Mongolia. It is an excellent example of Gansu workmanship with a deep red lacquer and fluid painting and gilt work. The painting features objects of wisdom; vases, flowers, censers, ornate stone incense burners. The central panel features an animated peacock and parrot on either side of the lock plate. All original with gilt feathers. The brass hardware is all