Red Lacquer Leather Trunk From Shanghai - Ca 1920 Origin - Persia 84 x 48 x 105

84 x 48  x 105 (wxdxh cms)

This incredibly decorative and large triple mirror has been converted from antique windows from an inner courtyard balcony of an Indian Haveli

Ideal as a hall piece or used behind a sofa

weathered patina

it reflects the traditional craftsmanship of Indian domestic brassware

Red Lacquer Leather Trunk From Shanghai - Ca 1920 Origin - Persia 84 x 48 x 105Chinese Leather Trunks have been used for many hundreds of years with the classic style changing very little. Made for travelling and storage of clothing they are robust and work well in a contemporary western space as a coffee table, or for storage. Chinese leather trunks come in 4 colours; black, red, cream & aubergine. This particular piece is red and dates from the early 20th century. The colour is achieved by adding a coloured lacquer onto the