Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze Such pieces were often made

Such pieces were often made by skilled artisans and used in temples and homes alike for daily devotional practices

74 x 7 x 159 (wxdxh cms)

This authentic 19th century Chinese farm bench is crafted from a single thick plank of solid walnut using traditional mortise and tenon joinery

The status can be determined by the small feet just visible beneath the dress

layers of historic paint

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze Such pieces were often madeThis beautiful 19th century painted sideboard originates from Qinghai Province, China, where it was traditionally used by local families for storing clothing, grain and other household possessions. Finished in its original richly aged red lacquer, the cabinet retains a remarkable painted faade depicting scenes of scholarly life and traditional symbolism. The three hand painted panels portray a scholar at his desk, a still life of scholarly objects and