Tianjin Sideboard Made From Burr Camphor - 19th Century Material - Bronze 98 x 34 x 120

98 x 34 x 120 (wxdxh cms)

All of this is surrounded by lingzhi

the top lacquer has long since worn from everyday use revealing a beautiful northern elm grain

slight variations in color and grain may occur

Materials: Oak carcass

Tianjin Sideboard Made From Burr Camphor - 19th Century Material - Bronze 98 x 34 x 120This 19th century Tianjin sideboard is crafted from richly figured burr camphor wood, a highly prized timber celebrated for its dramatic swirling grain, warm golden colour and natural durability. Originating from the port city of Tianjin in northern China, sideboards of this form evolved from Ming Dynasty furniture designs and were traditionally used both as storage cabinets and as altar tables for family ancestor worship. The beautifully figured burr