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As our Indian boxes are vintage dating between 50 & 150 years old
Walnut Altar Table From Gansu Province - 19thC
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £15
135 x 46 x 98 cm
butterfly joints & remnants of old ironware
Painted Chinese Opera Chest from Shanxi - 19thC Finish - Black Lacquer As our Indian boxes areThis vintage painted Chinese 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
