Black Lacquer Shanxi Wedding Cabinet Rustic lower version of our Two

lower version of our Two Drawer Coffee Table

ink sticks and chops - items used by the scholarly classes in China

provides a further decorative element

The table comfortably seats six and looks wonderful with our yoke-back side chairs

and are similar to those used in China to hold oil or wine

Black Lacquer Shanxi Wedding Cabinet Rustic lower version of our TwoShanxi, circa 1900 This stunning cabinet is a lovely example of the furniture produced as part of a bride's dowry in Shanxi province, often referred to as wedding cabinets. This one is in its original black lacquer finish, still with the old paintings in pale creams and pinks, providing a beautiful contrast against the dark background. The paintings would once have been more vivid and show lillies and other flowers as well as, on the right hand door,