Carved Chinese Temple Cabinet Console Table which is in the pale

which is in the pale

For the Chinese the butterfly is a symbol of joy and marital happiness

but also as more general surfaces to display flowers

Handcrafted from reclaimed elm wood

each with an attractive brass handle

Carved Chinese Temple Cabinet Console Table which is in the paleShaanxi, circa 1800 This extraordinary cabinet is from a temple in Shaanxi province in central China home of the ancient Chinese capital of Xian. It is at least 200 years old and still has its original dark red and black lacquer finish and wonderful carvings around the frame, drawers and outer panels. The deep, ornate carvings are distinctive of furniture produced in the Shaanxi region and depict various flowers. The two front feet are also