Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Bath Robes As is often found with

As is often found with traditional Qing Chinese furniture it is coated with burgundy lacquer (also known as 'dragons blood' lacquer) which has worn away in places

colourful silk threads on a cotton base

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This style of green and red paintwork is characteristic of traditional artwork from Bikaner

architectural design reflects the enduring influence of Ming dynasty furniture

Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Bath Robes As is often found withThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer cabinet dates to the 19th century & Qing dynasty. It is provincial in style and originally from Shanxi. It is made from Northern elm (yumu). Lacquer cabinets were often given as wedding gifts, usually in pairs. The lacquer is a resin made from the sap of the Rhus verniciflua tree. Lacquer has a long history in Chinese furniture and has been used for over 2000 years. Black, burgundy & red were the primary