Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19th Century Origin - Laos now mellowed into a warm

now mellowed into a warm patina that highlights the grain of the wood

Menuki are found on the handle of Samurai Swords and are not only decorative but have the function of giving extra grip

Its generous scale and beautifully balanced form reflect the enduring simplicity of traditional Chinese pottery

The right hand has been replaced in our workshops using traditional techniques

yellow and pink were not used and are only found in modern reproductions

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19th Century Origin - Laos now mellowed into a warmThis sideboard is from Qinghai province in North Western China on the border with Mongolia & has original painting. The painting on this is incredibly detailed, and features two town scenes with trees as well as a collection of 'wise objects'. This has a clear influence from Mongolia, however, the painting is more indicative of the Chinese style. Mongolian & Qinghai sideboards were usually made from locally sourced wood, normally elm, poplar or pine.