Chinese Walnut Cabinet From Gansu - 19th Century Origin - Uzbekistan Indigo Floral Motifs

Indigo Floral Motifs

Originally purchased from Asiatica

19: 1 (1987): pages 34 - 43

while the broad top offers an expansive display surface

The drawer and shelf give plenty of storage and versatility to the piece

Chinese Walnut Cabinet From Gansu - 19th Century Origin - Uzbekistan Indigo Floral MotifsThis antique Chinese cabinet is from Gansu province and is made in the traditional Gansu style which is immediately recognisable with its deer hoof legs. With 2 drawers and an internal shelf, this is a very functional piece of storage furniture. It has old brass hardware and is constructed from sumptuous walnut wood with a beautiful rich patina. References: A similar example can be found on pages 126 (Fig. 319) & 202 (Fig. 533) of "Chinese Furniture: