Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain with repeating zigzag and rope-twist

with repeating zigzag and rope-twist patterns that create depth and rhythm across the surface

A clever design which will match all of your outfits this season

resulting in a timeless textile that combines comfort

Four drawers run along the top

and incredibly intricately carved

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19th Century Wucai Porcelain with repeating zigzag and rope-twistThis painted antique Chinese paulownia trunk is known as an opera chest. It originates from Shanxi province and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, 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 into furniture and given as part of a bride's