Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Slippers this hut shaped box is

this hut shaped box is typical of the style in Rajasthan

it faithfully echoes the ornate Coalbrookdale style benches of Victorian England

original patina consistent with its age and use

revealing contrasting colours beneath and creating the distinctive spotted effect

110 x 45 x 90 (wxdxh cms)

Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Slippers this hut shaped box isAncestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries and played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honored daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern