Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Small Mirrors Large - 275 x 95

Large - 275 x 95 x 75cm - Seats 10-12

Originally

163 x 46 x 79 (w x d x h cms)

these pieces were designed to elevate prized porcelain vases

100 x 48 x 92 (WxDxH cms)

Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Small Mirrors Large - 275 x 95This 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