Black Lacquer Sideboard From Shanxi - Early 18th Century Bucket This antique Chinese sideboard was

This antique Chinese sideboard was originally an altar cabinet used for ancestor worship in Shanxi province

Mahakala is framed by two eight severed heads

The louvre panel doors are held by two latches that open to reveal 3 large shelves

This style of Indian dowry chest is known as a Majus

Finish: Traces of original lacquer and painted decoration

Black Lacquer Sideboard From Shanxi - Early 18th Century Bucket This antique Chinese sideboard wasThis excellent example of a Qing dynasty (1644 1912) black lacquer Chinese sideboard has its original lacquer dating from the early 18th century. This design was classic of the Ming & Qing dynasties and the doors show scenes of everyday life. Much of the painting is still visible and is of exceptional quality. This Chinese sideboard also has its original brass hardware. Much antique brass and iron hardware from furniture was robbed and molten down