Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze The status can be determined

The status can be determined by the small feet just visible beneath the dress

This beautiful white marble 3 way niche is hand carved in the classical Mughal style

layers of historic paint

has been enjoyed across South Asia for centuries as both a social custom and a symbol of hospitality

Dimensions: W x D x H cm

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Bronze The status can be determinedThis beautiful 19th century painted sideboard originates from Qinghai Province, China, where it was traditionally used by local families for storing clothing, grain and other household possessions. Finished in its original richly aged red lacquer, the cabinet retains a remarkable painted faade depicting scenes of scholarly life and traditional symbolism. The three hand painted panels portray a scholar at his desk, a still life of scholarly objects and