Black Lacquer Sideboard From Tianjin - 19thC Material - Walnut the clay is broken to

the clay is broken to reveal a finished box

it combines understated luxury with everyday versatility

this style of paintwork is only surpassed in quality by Tibetan antique furniture

hand-painted spotting and simplified form favour energy and movement over realism

This is complemented by the intricate hand-made brass fittings

Black Lacquer Sideboard From Tianjin - 19thC Material - Walnut the clay is broken toThis Tianjin sideboard comes from the port city of Tianjin. The simple design originated during the Ming dynasty and is likely to have been made some time in the first half of the 19th century. This black lacquer cabinet was used for storage & also as an altar cabinet for family ancestor worship. This piece has original brass and hardware. Our pieces are mostly 19th century & early 20th century They were usually made from elm, oak or catalpa and