Red Painted Shanxi Side Cabinet w145 were reserved for important house

were reserved for important house guests

With a cabinet section at the bottom and 12 drawers above

In some cases these would hold dozens of drawers

Experience a piece of history with this vintage black storage jar from Shanxi

with its wonderful grain

Red Painted Shanxi Side Cabinet w145 were reserved for important houseShanxi, circa 1800 This beautifully aged cabinet is made from elm and comes from Shanxi province in northern China, dating to around the beginning of the nineteenth century. It is finished in a rich red lacquer typical of the region, now attractively worn through years of use to reveal a warm, glowing patina. The front is finely decorated with detailed painted landscapes, showing pavilions, mountains, trees and flowing clouds motifs strongly