Mid Size Red and Gold Painted Cabinet w170 circa 1920

circa 1920

The Zola rugs are based on traditional designs enhanced with bolder colours

the price shown is for the two cabinets

The trunk is from Shanxi province and made from pine with a new simple brass clasp on the front

its mellow tone contrasting softly with the red lacquer

Mid Size Red and Gold Painted Cabinet w170 circa 1920Shanxi, 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