Coffer Table From Gansu Province - 19thC Pillars Approximately 40 - 45 cms

Approximately 40 - 45 cms long

richly layered patina that enhances the character of the wood

or as a functional storage container

5x7x31 (wxdxh cms)

Remnants Of Original Turquoise Paint

Coffer Table From Gansu Province - 19thC Pillars Approximately 40 - 45 cmsThis pretty antique coffer table from Gansu province has its original painting and is in excellent condition. The panels have been painted with snow lions and the detail is unusual. The single drawer has retained its original iron hardware. Coffer tables in China had relatively little written about them. This particular piece has beautifully carved flanges with floral motifs often used by northern nomads, They were likely used for clothes and utensil