Red Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - Ca 1900 Anglo Indian Dimensions: Width 111 × Depth

Dimensions: Width 111 × Depth 46 × Height 189 cm

It has retained its original black lacquered finish and original iron hardware

inferring his power as a procreator

strength and loyalty

solid elm seat with a beautifully aged surface

Red Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - Ca 1900 Anglo Indian Dimensions: Width 111 × DepthThis antique painted Chinese trunk is painted with a strapping cockerel and would have accompanied a bride on the way to her new home. These chests are from Shanxi province and would have stored clothes, bedding and other precious items. This style of Chinese chest is found exclusively in Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates to the turn of the century, circa 1900. This chest is decorated with old fabric and a ribbon has been added to reduce