Mid Size Red and Gold Painted Cabinet l170 and provides the only decorative

and provides the only decorative element on an otherwise understated design

darkened over the years to leave a lovely aged patina

The once vibrant colours are now worn and aged to softer pastels that blend nicely with the natural wood

It was produced in Shaanxi province in northern China and the distinctive style

this beautifully simple black lacquer low table is designed on the 'lute tables' used by the Chinese when seated on the floor to play musical instruments

Mid Size Red and Gold Painted Cabinet l170 and provides the only decorativeShanxi, circa 1850 This characterful cabinet comes from Shanxi province in northern China and dates from the mid nineteenth century. It is finished in a rich red lacquer that has worn attractively over time, revealing a wonderfully soft patina. The front panels are decorated with detailed painted scenes, showing groups of figures in a courtyard setting, rendered in black and gilded to stand out beautifully against the warm red background. The gold