Red Lacquer Chinese Sideboard From Dongbei - Ca 1920 Sideboards The simple design originated during

The simple design originated during the Ming dynasty

The hollow body serves as a reservoir for the oil

Indian tribal art forms often centre around rituals and the simple lifestyles of the communities

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this table originally accumulated layers of yak butter residue from the lamps that burned continually within monasteries

Red Lacquer Chinese Sideboard From Dongbei - Ca 1920 Sideboards The simple design originated duringThis is an original lacquered Sideboard From Dongbei (Manchuria) and was made in the 1920's. Dong means East Bei means North the region of their origin. These were used in a similar way to altar tables. Usually a family ancestor portrait would be hung above. Joss sticks were lit daily & placed on the top, for the well being of the household. 154 x 45 x 94 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 80 More delivery options available on