Painted Gansu Side Cabinet d70 The handle is beautifully carved

The handle is beautifully carved in the form of a central flower and opposing birds

accessed by removing a half board

chocolate colour

horizontal carved panel once formed part of an internal divider in a Chinese home

deep blue against the white background

Painted Gansu Side Cabinet d70 The handle is beautifully carvedGansu, circa 1900 Crafted from poplar wood, this striking cabinet is typical of traditional storage chests from eastern Gansu and Inner Mongolia. Originally designed for grain storage with access via a removable half board lid in the top, the piece has been adapted for contemporary use by adding a single door mounted on wooden dowels. This makes the cabinet more practical for use today while preserving its authentic regional character. The cabinet