Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Wucai Porcelain These lanterns are suitable for

These lanterns are suitable for both indoor & outdoor use

45 x 45 cms ( w x d x h)

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

the clay is broken to reveal a finished box

Traditionally the kang was heated in winter

Painted Gansu Side Cabinet - Late 19th Century Wucai Porcelain These lanterns are suitable forThis 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