Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Small Mirrors Kantha is a centuries-old Indian

Kantha is a centuries-old Indian tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women

these pieces were designed to elevate prized porcelain vases

in this case

The façade is richly detailed with intricate relief carvings — floral scrolls

This original piece was constructed from walnut and is over 100 years old

Painted Sideboard From Gansu - Early 19thC Small Mirrors Kantha is a centuries-old IndianThis Gansu sideboard dates to the early 19th century and has its original painting. Unusually it is also painted on the sides. The front of the piece is decorated with traditional scholarly objects. The bottom skirting is painted with delicate flowing floral designs. The sides have been painted with plants and Chinese script. The three doors open to reveal a large area with a single shelf. These cabinets were used by nomadic people for storage of