Red & Black Painted Sideboard From Shanxi - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain hand painted design that makes

hand painted design that makes it a stand out piece in any oom

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Originally it would have been accompanied by a chest on top which is sold separately (Stock Code C1427)

Pith paintings were painted in China for the European export market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie

This particular piece is typical of Andhra Pradesh in South India

Red & Black Painted Sideboard From Shanxi - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain hand painted design that makesThis unusual antique Shanxi sideboard is decorated with painted wildfowl surrounded by floral scenes and flying butterflies on a dark red background. The frame is coated in a rustic black which has worn away in areas. Chinese sideboards like this one were originally used for storing clothing and grain by the nomadic people of Gansu & Northern Shanxi in the 19th century during the Qing dynasty (1644 1912). They were also used as altar cabinets for