Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 19th Century rich patina

rich patina

The central doors open to reveal a large interior space

41 x 41 x 77 (wxdxh cms)

This antique statue depicts the boar headed Hindu god Varaha

Fine Glazed Celadon Song Dynasty Style Vase in a delicate shade of jade green

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 19th Century rich patinaThis vintage painted Chinese elm trunk is known as an Opera Chest and originates from Shanxi Province and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted into furniture and given as part of a bride's dowry