Painted Black Shanxi Cabinet h100 with signs of wear on

with signs of wear on the seats

and a wonderful statement piece for any home

The legs taper down to elegant 'horse hoof' feet - a traditional feature of many tables produced in China for centuries

The tapered profile

one of the oldest of Buddhist symbols

Painted Black Shanxi Cabinet h100 with signs of wear onShanxi, circa 1880 This Chinese antique cabinet dates to the late nineteenth century and originates from Shanxi province, an area renowned for its finely crafted lacquered furniture. The cabinet is a striking example of late Qing dynasty artistry, combining strong architectural form with richly decorative surface work. Finished in a deep, time softened black lacquer, the cabinets doors are hand painted with delicate scenes of flowering branches and