Painted Wedding Box From Shanxi - Foo Dog - Late 19th Century Finish - Black Lacquer prized for its rich crimson

prized for its rich crimson colour and subtle variations

This old fashion rivetted iron well pot was beautifully handmade for practical use in a bye-gone day

This elegant Chinese flower stand has a very slim profile making it perfect for a smaller room or hallway

The combination of adze marks

Painted Wedding Box From Shanxi - Foo Dog - Late 19th Century Finish - Black Lacquer prized for its rich crimsonThis old painted Chinese trunk is known and often referred to as a wedding box. This style of Chinese chest is found exclusively in Shanxi Province in Northern China and dates from the late 19th century. These wedding boxes are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted