Elm Side Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Side Tables A similar example can be

A similar example can be found on page 36 of 'Lamps of India' by D

a coastal town in Gujarat which had a strong Portuguese presence

this Tibetan trunk features a writhing gilt dragon amongst leafy lotus sprays surrounded by stylised 'Shou' characters and wan symbols

a later descriptive term rather than a historic local name

It is part of a larger baradari

Elm Side Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Side Tables A similar example can beThese antique Chinese waisted side tables were made in pairs. These particular side tables date from the 19th century Qing dynasty and originally came from Shanxi Province. Each is sold separately. This waisted design became prevalent in the Ming dynasty and in Shanxi the design remained unchanged until the modern day. Originally these would have been used as stools and would have been coated in a dark lacquer, however, over time, this has mostly worn