4 Door Rustic Elm Sideboard From Shanxi - 19thC Period - Edo His wings represent the union

His wings represent the union of method and wisdom

With its classic open frame and criss-cross side supports

This Chinese flower stand dates from the 19th century

geometric motifs and figurative elements — each panel individually worked and framed within a solid teak structure

'Dong' means East - 'Bei' means North - the region of their origin

4 Door Rustic Elm Sideboard From Shanxi - 19thC Period - Edo His wings represent the unionA vintage rustic sideboard from Shanxi, made in the 19th century. This sideboard is made from an old farmhouse grain store. The carcass is original, the doors have been modified as this chest originally would have been top opening. The whole piece is made in elm wood. This would have come from the border area of Mongolia and Shanxi province, China. This simple, yet, the sophisticated design would look great both in a contemporary setting or in a more