Kang Cabinet Made From Burr Elm - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain such works combine sacred imagery

such works combine sacred imagery with handwritten astrological charts

The door paintings show two scenes with figures

The surface has been carefully stripped of its later black paint layer to reveal the original icy blue tones beneath

beech and fruitwoods - Early 20thC

This figure is adorned with gold and is sat upon a lacquered red throne

Kang Cabinet Made From Burr Elm - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain such works combine sacred imageryThis elegant antique Chinese kang cabinet from Tianjin is a refined example of traditional Qing dynasty furniture, crafted in the enduring Ming style. Its beautifully balanced proportions and low profile reflect its original use alongside the kanga raised, heated platform that formed the heart of northern Chinese domestic life. The cabinets striking faade is defined by richly figured burr elm panels, whose intricate swirling grain was highly prized