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dark brown glaze and most still have the red wax export seal that is stamped before they can leave China

The table's apron has the shallow 'S' shaped stretchers that are commonly seen on antique Chinese tables

These attractive lacquered wooden baskets are a great way for storing kindling wood

but the paintings on the lids and fronts are of peony flowers - a symbol of high rank and status in China

Shanxi Painted Chinese Cabinet, Black Lacquer spo-enabled The random looking design ofOur black lacquer painted Chinese cabinets are reproductions of the wonderful furniture that was produced in Shanxi province in north central China for centuries. Cabinets were usually finished in red or black lacquer, often gilded and usually painted with landscapes, family valuables or, as in our version, scenes of children at play. These cabinets are decorated by hand with gold leaf before being painted so each one is in some way unique. Use one as