Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet - Early 19thC Finish - Brown Lacquer many of these boxes were

many of these boxes were destroyed

the God of Auspicious Beginnings

and spiritual power

Carved Teak Chariot Carving From Tamil Nadu - 19thC

Materials: Cast bronze (bell metal alloy)

Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet - Early 19thC Finish - Brown Lacquer many of these boxes wereLacquer cabinets were often given as wedding gifts usually in pairs. Original pieces were not usually decorated on the sides. This one features paintings of household objects bordered by repeated patterns and symbols. It has a large interior compartment with two shelves and two drawers. The lacquer is a resin made from the sap of the Rhus verniciflua tree. Lacquer has a long history in Chinese furniture and has been used for over 2000 years. Our