Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Origin - Congo worn surface and visible signs

worn surface and visible signs of age give the piece an authentic rustic charm that works effortlessly within both country and contemporary interiors

tiger-head spout

Kitchen Cabinet with glazed top

Framed Water colour Painting of a Maharajah - 19thC - shows imorted European Glass Handi Lamps hanging from the ceiling

Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Origin - Congo worn surface and visible signsThis 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