Pair Of Black Lacquer Camphor Chests - 19th Century Choksars these pieces are not always

these pieces are not always sterling silver

country house or eclectic interiors

The central carved panel depicts a Hindu god flanked by lions

carved paw feet

Pair Of Black Lacquer Camphor Chests - 19th Century Choksars these pieces are not alwaysThis pair of antique Chinese black lacquer chests date to the 19th century (1850 1900) and are from Shanxi. They are constructed from black lacquered camphor wood which is naturally bug repellent indicating these chests would have been used for storing clothes, bedding and fabrics. This style is rare and relatively unique with removable stands which would have been tied to the chests using leather or cloth strapping. These chests have a sophisticated