Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Wucai Porcelain the clay is broken to

the clay is broken to reveal a finished box

a Hindu design most often associated with the worship of Lord Shiva

These lanterns are suitable for both indoor & outdoor use

The style of this piece has European influences from the traders visiting the area at the time and the carving depicts Indian peacocks with Grecian vases and fruit

Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Wucai Porcelain the clay is broken toThis incredibly decorative painted antique Gansu sideboard comes from the border of Shanxi & Gansu. It dates to the late 19th century and has influences from both areas. Originally this style of furniture was used for grain or bedding storage and opened from the top. Almost all of these sideboards are modified like this piece, making the fixed panel a door and sealing the top. We purchased this piece for its original paintwork featuring a domestic