Black Painted Double Cabinet with Curios Outdoor dark chocolate finish

dark chocolate finish

taking around twelve days to complete

The table ends themselves are each worked into a subtle 'S' shape that gives a wonderfully fluid feel

this lovely antique Chinese sideboard is from Shanxi province in central China

this simple styled table is made from chunky elm wood

Black Painted Double Cabinet with Curios Outdoor dark chocolate finishShanxi, circa 1830 This richly decorated sideboard originates from Shanxi province and dates to the early nineteenth century. Shanxis furniture making traditions during the late Qing period were renowned for their strong forms and expressive painted decoration, and this piece is an excellent example of that style. With its dark lacquered surface, warm ochre and red pigments, and imagery drawn from scholarly and auspicious themes, the cabinet has an