Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia This piece shows a Maharaja

This piece shows a Maharaja and Maharani facing one another and would make a stunning piece of original wall art

bound with iron straps and brass for strength

It will eventually develop a verdigris patina

This piece originally was made as part of a set with another cabinet standing on the top

These Anglo-Indian Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army to carry their kit and personal possessions whilst on tour

Chinese Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Indonesia This piece shows a MaharajaThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer cabinet would make a great centerpiece in any room. It's decorated with faded giltwork which would once have depicted scenes from the countryside. Flowers can be seen in the lower panels. This style of panelled cabinet is often called a wedding cabinet and this particular piece is from a provincial area in Shanxi, Northern China. The interior consists of a large interior space separated by two shelves.