Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Reverse Glass Painting A serene old gilt bronze

A serene old gilt bronze Buddha seated cross-legged dates from the early 20th century

coral was believed to enhance the power of the spirit during prayer

Natural Lacquer

The bale label was printed for Finlay Muir & Co

Black Lacquer Cabinet From Shanxi - 19th Century Reverse Glass Painting A serene old gilt bronzeThis dramatic antique Chinese black lacquer cabinet dates to the 19th century & Qing dynasty. It is provincial in style and originally from Shanxi. It is made from Northern elm (yumu). Lacquer cabinets were often given as wedding gifts, usually in pairs. The lacquer is a resin made from the sap of the Rhus verniciflua tree. Lacquer has a long history in Chinese furniture and has been used for over 2000 years. Black, burgundy & red were the primary