Three Panel Carved Bed Fascia Tassar Low cabinets and tables were

Low cabinets and tables were in use from early on in China's history

with an extended top surface over carved spandrels that taper down to the feet

restored and refinished in colourful lacquers and in some cases with painted designs and lettering

they come with a brown fabric cord

which includes a single shelf

Three Panel Carved Bed Fascia Tassar Low cabinets and tables wereJiangsu, circa 1850 This hardwood carving was once part of a Chinese marriage bed, which would have boasted many similar carved panels around its four sides. This one incorporates three carvings in deep relief. The two outer panels depict flower bouquets, while in the middle five characters are shown in a scene from court. A 'foo dog' sits atop the left and right hand struts, offering protection against evil as the mythological guardians of Chinese