Gilt Black Lacquer Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Vases This charming picture depicts elephants

This charming picture depicts elephants and their Mahouts (riders)

A great gift

decorative clasp

Constructed from teak wood these sturdy doors have beautiful

The mihrab is decorated with chip carved lotus motifs and carved stylised parrots

Gilt Black Lacquer Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Vases This charming picture depicts elephantsThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer cabinet would make a great centerpiece in any room. It's decorated with faded giltwork which would once have depicted scenes from the countryside. Flowers can be seen in the lower panels. This style of panelled cabinet is often called a wedding cabinet and this particular piece is from a provincial area in Shanxi, Northern China. The interior consists of a large interior space separated by a shelf. Lacquer