Antique Chinese Apothecary Counter spo-cs-disabled where it would originally have

where it would originally have been fitted as one of several internal window panels

moulded legs recessed under a chunky overhanging top surface

intricately carved panel once formed the upper front section of a Chinese marriage bed

Overall height with shade 52cm

Antique Chinese Apothecary Counter spo-cs-disabled where it would originally haveShanxi, circa 1860 This highly unusual sideboard would have been produced for use as a shop counter for a Chinese apothecary. Larger bottles and other items would have been stored in the lower section, while the herbs and plants used in Chinese medicine would have been placed in the six upper drawers. Each of these drawers is divided into six sections and labelled at the front to show the contents. The old labels are still clear, but have a time worn