Shanxi Double Painted Black Cabinet Outdoor at the start of the

at the start of the 1900s

available in a range of colours and patterns

subtle rustic charm and generous proportions

the northernmost state of India

Shanxi Double Painted Black Cabinet Outdoor at the start of theShanxi, circa 1830 This beautifully proportioned cabinet was crafted in Shanxi province around the early nineteenth century and is a fine example of the richly decorated lacquer furniture for which the region is renowned. Made from elm wood and finished in a deep black lacquer, the piece has developed a wonderfully aged patina, with areas of natural wear and soft speckling that reveal its nearly two centuries of history. Across the front, delicate