Elm Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Bronze it is richly detailed with

it is richly detailed with geometric and floral chip carving and bound with iron for strength and security

This White Metal Facetted Miao Tribal Bangle is expertly crafted with intricate detailing

Chinese Pagoda - made from Terracotta This is suitable for use indoors or a garden

They varied from very highly decorated with gold or silver leaf ( used by wealthy or royal households) to brass filagree or more basic plain iron which has been highly polished

Elm Side Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Bronze it is richly detailed withThis graceful antique Chinese side cabinet is from Shanxi in Northern China & dates to the Qing dynasty (16441911) and the 19th century. This style of cabinet is often called a round corner cabinet and the style was first seen in the Ming dynasty. This style of cabinet was a staple in Shanxi province and would have been used both for storage of scrolls & clothes. The cabinet is constructed from northern elm wood ( yumu) and would have been lacquered