Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 19th Century The central doors open to

The central doors open to reveal a large interior space

- Woodwork by Kiguya Yobee for a price of 530 Momme Silver- Ironwork by Kariganeya Yobee from Nishinotoin area in Kyoto for a price of 200 Momme Silver- Lacquer work by Kawachiya Kyubee from Gokomachi area in Kyoto for a price of 1 Ryo 1 Bu Gold

The dolls are generally kept unclothed but are sometimes decorated with clothes and finery by children as their play things

41 x 41 x 77 (wxdxh cms)

This Noodle Cabinet has been made from Old Pine in Traditional Style

Painted Opera Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 19th Century The central doors open toThis vintage painted Chinese elm trunk is known as an Opera Chest and originates from Shanxi Province and dates from the late 19th century. Opera chests, including this one, are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu ) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity, fertility & marital bliss. Upon reaching maturity the tree would be crafted into furniture and given as part of a bride's dowry