Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table Mirror - Ca 1890 Origin - UK These striking doors from the

These striking doors from the Madhya Pradesh region of India date from the 18th century and were originally from Madhya Pradesh in Northern India

likely beginning in the story of a fisherman by Tao Qian (365-427) who found endless bliss in a peach orchard hidden within a crevice

With its timeworn painted highlights in muted reds

48 x 14 x 73 (wxdxh cms)

19 x 8 x 33 (wxdxh cms)

Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table Mirror - Ca 1890 Origin - UK These striking doors from theThis elegantly carved Chinese vanity mirror is inset with floral mother of pearl repeating designs. The mother of pearl is inlaid into Chinese rosewood. Likely crafted for the Euro American export market in Canton. Ornate carvings feature two opposing dragons, each facing a central 'double happiness' symbol. Its wide feet give it support when tilting. The original antique glass shows signs of a long life but is perfectly useable. From India UK