Decorative Panel in Deep Carved Relief l170 This striking cabinet is from

This striking cabinet is from the central province of Shaanxi and made from elm

making it ideal as a bookshelf in a modern home or for displaying ornaments

more understated designs like this were popular during the Ming dynasty

this simple styled table is made from chunky elm wood

with ornate carving and studded drawers

Decorative Panel in Deep Carved Relief l170 This striking cabinet is fromShanghai, circa 1860 This lovely panel in deep carved relief was produced as part of a larger internal wall or room divider in a home in Shanghai around the mid nineteenth century. It is made from elm wood, beautifully carved with a central battle scene two mounted figures in armour about to engage in combat. The carving shows a high level of skill and the panel is typical of the type of work produced for wealthy households, designed to underscore the