Ming Style Half Table From Shanxi - Early 19th Century Opera Chests This parade commemorates the 1887

This parade commemorates the 1887 visit by the Chinese Emperor who presented a real elephant as a gift to the Emperor of Japan

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Painted & Gilded Window from Bikaner - Rajasthan - 19thC

It has become extremely difficult to find good quality Tibetan antiques these days and because of this many reproduction pieces are appearing on the market

Ming Style Half Table From Shanxi - Early 19th Century Opera Chests This parade commemorates the 1887This elegant antique Chinese half table is from Shanxi province and dates to the early part of the 19th century. This table is crafted from northern elm wood (yumu ) which has developed a beautiful patina over time. Originally the whole table was finished with burgundy lacquer which has worn away at the top and the higher points. The sophisticated brass hardware is original to the table and the squared shape is typical of many pieces dating to the