Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Decorative Chinese Art Originally used for carrying vegetables

Originally used for carrying vegetables and produce to local markets

Dimensions: W68 x D10 x H130 cm

91 x 58 x 58  (wxdxh cms)

12 x 12 x 25

Although suitable for indoor & outdoor use

Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet From Shanxi -19th Century Decorative Chinese Art Originally used for carrying vegetablesThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer wedding cabinet features the less common technique of darkened silver leaf over the traditional gold maki e technique. This is achieved using a dark varnish layered over silver designs. The design features swooping kingfishers and doves over blossoming chrysanthemums & hibiscus flowers. This is framed by a trailing floral design. The black lacquer surface is worn with age. Our restoration team has carefully