Painted Black Shanxi Cabinet rugs they are versatile for both

they are versatile for both indoor and outdoor use

are beautifully smooth and made attractive ornaments

wing-like 'flanges' at each end are typical of furniture used throughout China for a religious purpose

but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty

Painted Black Shanxi Cabinet rugs they are versatile for bothShanxi, circa 1880 This Chinese antique cabinet dates to the late nineteenth century and originates from Shanxi province, an area renowned for its finely crafted lacquered furniture. The cabinet is a striking example of late Qing dynasty artistry, combining strong architectural form with richly decorative surface work. Finished in a deep, time softened black lacquer, the cabinets doors are hand painted with delicate scenes of flowering branches and