3 Door Painted Shanxi Sideboard - Ca 1920 Decorative Chinese Art Crafted using the traditional cire

Crafted using the traditional cire perdue (lost-wax) process

making it a standout collectible for enthusiasts of Indian decorative arts and vintage automobilia

This Tibetan incense burner is crafted from silver-plated bronze and made in the traditional style

Torgams traditionally were used in Tibet to hold torma (spiritual offering cakes)

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3 Door Painted Shanxi Sideboard - Ca 1920 Decorative Chinese Art Crafted using the traditional cireThis vintage painted sideboard is from Northern Shanxi province, specifically, the area bordering Mongolia. It dates to the 1920's. It has its original painting and the styles reflect a blend of Shanxi and Mongolian influences. Although some paint has worn with years of constant use, flowers and household objects such as vases and scrolls are still visible on the doors. This piece has been sensitively conserved. A wonderfully carved kickboard runs