Red Leather Parcel Gilt Trunk On Stand - Late 19th Century Material - Elm This Indian colonial linen cupboard

This Indian colonial linen cupboard was custom made for a wealthy merchant back in the 19th century

Height: 70cm

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Red Leather Parcel Gilt Trunk On Stand - Late 19th Century Material - Elm This Indian colonial linen cupboardThese Chinese red leather trunks from Shanghai date to the end of the Qing dynasty (1644 1911) circa 1890. They have raised gilt painted shou symbols as well as their own stands, and are in great condition for over one hundred years old Chinese leather trunks have been used for many hundreds of years with the classic style changing very little. This parcel gilt work style appeared at the end of the 19th century. These chests were made for traveling