Carved Coffer Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu with silver-coloured sealing marks on

with silver-coloured sealing marks on rim

lustrous patina—built up over years of handling—gives the piece a tactile quality and quiet authenticity

A charming example of a traditional Mongolian side cabinet

Materials: Solid timber

5 x 23 (wxdxh cms)

Carved Coffer Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu with silver-coloured sealing marks onThis pretty antique coffer table from Shanxi province has its original carving and is in excellent condition. It is constructed from northern elm wood ( yumu) which is carved with beautiful flowing floral designs on the drawer fronts and carved flanges. Coffer tables in China had relatively little written about them. They were likely used for clothes and utensil storage by women & servants. This piece features beautifully carved flanges with floral