Tianjin Sideboard Made From Catalpa & Elm - 19th Century Religious Item it would have been placed

it would have been placed on or beside the kang

It would make a great coffee table with storage or used as a blanket box for the end of a king-size or double bed

durable hardwood native to Rajasthan — the piece has developed a rich

Bound with iron

The aged paint layers reveal subtle tonal variation throughout

Tianjin Sideboard Made From Catalpa & Elm - 19th Century Religious Item it would have been placedTianjin sideboards come from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China. The simple design originated during the Ming dynasty. This piece dates from the 19th Century and is made from elm and catalpa wood. The fittings are made from brass and are square and rectangular. It has one large interior space and five drawers. It has developed a wonderful patina over time. Traditionally, these cabinets were used for storage and altar cabinets