Red and Gold Antique Shanxi Cabinet l130 each of these benches offers

each of these benches offers ample seating for three and conveniently fits beneath the table for storage

with the pretty pastel colours helping to lift any interior

or can even be worn as a shawl

each fitted with a simple circular metal pull

It was used originally to hold jewellery and would still make a lovely jewellery box today

Red and Gold Antique Shanxi Cabinet l130 each of these benches offersShanxi, circa 1830 This striking cabinet originates from Shanxi province and dates to the early nineteenth century. Shanxi was one of the cultural and economic powerhouses of northern China during the Qing dynasty, and its furniture is still admired today for its durability, rich lacquer finishes and distinctive painted decoration. This piece exemplifies that tradition with its vibrant red lacquer exterior and softly worn gilt landscape scenes. The