Elm Half Table From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Origin - Mughal jewellery and personal possessions

jewellery and personal possessions

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Choksars (as with antique Tibetan furniture in general) are becoming increasingly rare

This stunning reproduction painted Tibetan cabinet was made in the 1980's / 1990's when the reproduction of antique Tibetan furniture was at its very best

Dimensions: W40 x D40 x H28 cm

Elm Half Table From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Origin - Mughal jewellery and personal possessionsThis elegant Antique Chinese half table is from Shanxi province and dates to the 19th century. This piece is crafted from northern elm wood (yumu) and has a beautiful patina from over a century & a half of use. This piece is one of a pair. The other one can be purchased HERE It is a good example of a classic Chinese half table. Half tables ( Bn zhu) have existed in China since before the Ming dynasty but rose to prominence in the Qing dynasty. They're