Carved Coffer Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu lustrous patina—built up over years

lustrous patina—built up over years of handling—gives the piece a tactile quality and quiet authenticity

5 x 23 (wxdxh cms)

Materials: Elm and willow

Materials: Solid timber

A charming example of a traditional Mongolian side cabinet

Carved Coffer Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu lustrous patina—built up over yearsThis pretty antique coffer table from Shanxi province has its original carving and is in excellent condition. It is constructed from northern elm wood ( yumu) which is carved with beautiful flowing floral designs on the drawer fronts and carved flanges. Coffer tables in China had relatively little written about them. They were likely used for clothes and utensil storage by women & servants. This piece features beautifully carved flanges with floral