Red and Gold Shanxi Wedding Cabinet Jar Produced in a traditional Chinese

Produced in a traditional Chinese design from individual pieces of wood it is perfect for storing magazines and newspapers

Made from 100% wool and available in two sizes

the table could also be used as a coffee table or even at the end of a bed for seating and storage

and are similar to those used in China to hold oil or wine

Red and Gold Shanxi Wedding Cabinet Jar Produced in a traditional ChineseShanxi, circa 1860 Other than the square hardware on the doors, which is a more recent replacment, this beautiful cabinet is in its original condition, with the old red lacquer finish and gold decoration. The cabinet would have been produced as part of a wedding dowry, presented to the couple by the bride's parents along with its contents. Red and gold are considered lucky colours in China and so it was common for wedding cabinets to be finished in