Burr Elm Chinese Sideboard From Tianjin - 19thC Vases the bronze has developed a

the bronze has developed a beautiful dark patina with subtle variations in colour

The deer (sha-ba in Tibetan) represents natural harmony and purity

Also available to view in the British Museum - Japanese Woodblock of a poem by Fujiwara no Michinobu Ason

This chest is mid 19thC & comes from Gujarat

This elegant handmade shawl is crafted from 100% modal

Burr Elm Chinese Sideboard From Tianjin - 19thC Vases the bronze has developed aTianjin sideboards come from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China. The simple design originated during the Ming dynasty. Our pieces are mostly 19th century & early 20th century They were usually made from elm, oak or catalpa and occasionally in camphorwood. The fittings are made from brass and are mostly circular in form, but occasionally rectangular. These cabinets were used for storage & also as altar cabinets for family