Black Lacquer Sideboard From Shanxi - Early 18th Century Serveware 20 x 64 x 60

20 x 64 x 60 (wxdxh cms)

The Sang de Boeuf (or “ox blood”) glaze was one of the great flambé glazes of Chinese ceramics

Dating from the 19th century this style is a fusion of East & West and a product of the British presence in India

The top drawers would hold quality clothing and the bottom section would usually hold underwear

Silver & various precious stone earrings handmade by Rajasthani jewellers from India

Black Lacquer Sideboard From Shanxi - Early 18th Century Serveware 20 x 64 x 60This excellent example of a Qing dynasty (1644 1912) black lacquer Chinese sideboard has its original lacquer dating from the early 18th century. This design was classic of the Ming & Qing dynasties and the doors show scenes of everyday life. Much of the painting is still visible and is of exceptional quality. This Chinese sideboard also has its original brass hardware. Much antique brass and iron hardware from furniture was robbed and molten down