Provincial Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Pine Supplied in a Matt Black

Supplied in a Matt Black Wooden Frame

It features peacocks flanking a central stylised sun and geometric patterns

Wood carving is a flourishing tradition among the Asmat

held in the hand or simply hung on fences during the initiation ceremonies of the Bwami society

These decorative Chinese screen doors are from the inner courtyard date from the 19th century

Provincial Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Pine Supplied in a Matt BlackThis provincial antique Chinese country cabinet is from Shanxi province in Northern China. It has retained its original black lacquered finish and original iron hardware. It dates from the 19th century, is over 150 years old (Qing Dynasty 1644 1911), and is constructed from elm wood ( yumu). The drawer carving is in the traditional Shanxi style. Cabinets like these were probably custom made for a wealthy farming or trading family. References: A