Straight Sided Shallow Basket material-bamboo made from elm wood

made from elm wood

The main glazed decoration shows a pair of dragons

Tables like our black lacquer ladies cabinet were made popular during the Qing dynasty

The front spandrels taper down to the cabinet's feet and are also in carved relief

figures or other traditional designs

Straight Sided Shallow Basket material-bamboo made from elm woodThese shallow, square shaped wooden containers have a lovely pattern in the wood. With a curved handle, they were used for carrying food produce in China and have been restored with a new wood stain and varnish. Useful today for flower displays, in a bathroom or kitchen for storing jars. Sold individually, the price shown is for each item.