Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Material - Mulberry Wood ritual oil lamp form

ritual oil lamp form

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A rare example of a Painted Elm Sideboard From Mongolia - late 19thC

creating texture and depth while retaining a sense of refinement

Origin: India

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Material - Mulberry Wood ritual oil lamp formThis vintage painted Chinese elm trunk is known as an Opera Chest and originates from Shanxi Province and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted into furniture and given as part of a bride's dowry