Burr Elm Sideboard From Tianjin - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood This triptych depicts Minamoto no

This triptych depicts Minamoto no Yoshitsune and his samurai warriors at their camp overlooking the ocean before the 1185 naval battle of Yashima

oak or catalpa and occasionally in camphor wood

Its versatile proportions allow it to be hung either portrait or landscape

are original to the piece

making this an evocative and highly decorative piece

Burr Elm Sideboard From Tianjin - 19th Century Material - Mulberry Wood This triptych depicts Minamoto noThis elegant 19th century Tianjin sideboard is a refined example of northern Chinese furniture, rooted in the enduring simplicity of Ming dynasty design. Its clean lines and balanced proportions allow the exceptional burr elm grain to take centre stage, with swirling, organic patterns flowing across the faade like natural marbling. Such richly figured timber was highly prized, reserved for pieces of quality and status. Crafted from northern elm