Chinese Shanxi Curio Cabinet, Black Lacquer antique-sideboard There are two removable shelves

There are two removable shelves in the upper

Each one is created with mortise and tenon joints

The wardrobe has a removable hanging rail as well as two removable shelves

The carving in the centre of our black lacquer panel depicts bamboo a symbol of uprightness and is made from camphor

Whilst later ones tended to be very ornate and heavily carved

Chinese Shanxi Curio Cabinet, Black Lacquer antique-sideboard There are two removable shelvesThis smaller sized black lacquer, painted cabinet is great as a side table or next to a bed. The painted designs in gold on the doors and bottom frame show vases, bronzes and other valuable possessions typical of an ancient Chinese household a common theme on cabinets throughout China. The doors are set directly into the cabinet frame with wooden pegs rather than on metal hinges, providing a simple surface for the decoration. The cabinet has a single,