Chinese Apothecary Chest From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Mirrors Originally part of a traditional

Originally part of a traditional window frame

A yin & yang can also be seen representing the balance of opposites in nature

Features: Traditional extra-long Chinese spring bench

but given the grandiose nature and expert craftsmanship of this piece

85 x 40 x 118 (wxdxh cms)

Chinese Apothecary Chest From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Mirrors Originally part of a traditionalChinese traditional medicine was stored in this fabulous antique apothecary chest. This piece dates to the 19th century and is from Shanxi province in Northern China. It has layers of character and patina from many years of daily use. The lacquer has a beautiful natural crackle only found on older pieces. The labels have been replaced many times through the years with each layered on top of the previous. Each label details the various natural minerals