Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19thC Material - Kair Wood Rustic Pine Mirror From Shanxi

Rustic Pine Mirror From Shanxi Province

and are rarely found in such outstanding condition today

with small marks and dents consistent with age and use

This jar has been decorated with the 'double happiness' symbol on a beautifully detailed floral background

Handcrafted in Nepal using traditional weaving techniques

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19thC Material - Kair Wood Rustic Pine Mirror From ShanxiThis sideboard from Qinghai province in North Western China on the border with Mongolia & has original painting. The painting on this is incredibly detailed. This has a clear influence of Mongolia, however the painting is more indicative of the Chinese style. Mongolian & Qinghai sideboards were usually made from locally sourced wood, normally elm, poplar or pine. These cabinets were used by nomadic people for storage of clothes and bedding or grain.