Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Wucai Porcelain Comparable export wares included sewing

Comparable export wares included sewing boxes

richly worn surface

decorative locking clasp

or other games

adds to the curious and whimsical nature of the piece

Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Wucai Porcelain Comparable export wares included sewingThis Gansu sideboard dates to the early 19th century and has its original painting. Unusually it is also painted on the sides. The front of the piece is decorated with traditional scholarly objects. The bottom skirting is painted with delicate flowing floral designs. The sides have been painted with plants and Chinese script. The three doors open to reveal a large area with a single shelf. These cabinets were used by nomadic people for storage of