Red and Gold Antique Shanxi Cabinet Chair Sold individually

Sold individually

a pheasant - a bird sometimes interchanged with a phoenix as a symbol of beauty and good fortune

enhanced by a deep

they were used initially at court and by high ranking officials

With a round brass clasp

Red and Gold Antique Shanxi Cabinet Chair Sold individuallyShanxi, circa 1830 This striking cabinet originates from Shanxi province and dates to the early nineteenth century. Shanxi was one of the cultural and economic powerhouses of northern China during the Qing dynasty, and its furniture is still admired today for its durability, rich lacquer finishes and distinctive painted decoration. This piece exemplifies that tradition with its vibrant red lacquer exterior and softly worn gilt landscape scenes. The