Tianjin Antique Sideboard Throw with a dragon inside a

with a dragon inside a 'ruyi' (a symbol of prosperity) above

The door panels are fitted within rounded frames

Each one is individual in terms of the size and decoration

including a golden pheasant to represent power and authority

The rectangular brass hardware on the doors is also in a golden colour that perfectly matches the decoration

Tianjin Antique Sideboard Throw with a dragon inside aTianjin, circa 1870 This handsome sideboard originates from Tianjin in northern China and dates to the late nineteenth century. Tianjin, a bustling port city during the late Qing and Republican periods, produced furniture that blended northern robustness with subtle decorative refinements. This piece reflects that regional character, combining strong, robust architectural lines with a deep, beautifully aged lacquer finish. Constructed in solid elm,