Burr Elm Tianjin Sideboard - 19thC Bandhani Silk Scarves The carrying handles allowed these

The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in outhouses when not in use

Tianjin sideboards come from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China

India carved in the 19th century

Materials: Cast Brass

Burr Elm Tianjin Sideboard - 19thC Bandhani Silk Scarves The carrying handles allowed theseTianjin sideboards come from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China. The simple design originated during the Ming dynasty and this particular piece was constructed during the 19th century. The fittings are made from brass and are mostly circular in form as is typical of the Tianjin style. The wood on this is a beautifully variable elm wood and the door panels are made using solid burr elm. Burr elm is difficult to find as it comes