Chinese Red Elm Taper Cabinet From Shandong - 19thC Wine Jar 186 x 38 x 57

186 x 38 x 57 (wxdxh cms)

soft green-grey palette

this table celebrates the imperfections of timeworn materials while providing a sturdy and stylish centrepiece for everyday dining or special occasions

Originally used with quern stones for grinding wheat or other grains

Chinese Red Elm Taper Cabinet From Shandong - 19thC Wine Jar 186 x 38 x 57This antique red elm Chinese taper cabinet dates to the early 19th century, Qing dynasty (1644 1911). The style is often known as a round corner cabinet and was first seen in the Ming dynasty (1368 to 1644). They were originally used as book cabinets by scholars and later, the style became more commonly used for the storage of clothes. The style is from Shandong province and has features found in both Shanxi & Jiangsu furniture styles. It is