Painted Willow Food Container From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu Designed with three small arched

Designed with three small arched recesses

Chests from India are found in an extraordinary variety of styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced India

the Indian measures were Seers &Pattis

5 x 37 x 26 (w x d x h cms)

Painted Willow Food Container From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Jichimu Designed with three small archedThis antique Chinese multi tiered food container dates to the 19th century and was traditionally used for storing and transporting prepared food. Constructed from willow wood, it reflects a practical vernacular design intended for daily use, while its carefully proportioned form and robust construction give it a quiet sculptural presence. The circular body is formed from stacked wooden tiers bound with iron studs, allowing sections to be separated or