Low Walnut Storage Coffer w110 sat against a deep blue

sat against a deep blue background

with head down

the top has worn to a gorgeous blend of paler elm and darker lacquer sections

and the 'S' shaped curved back splat on ours shows a dragon in carved relief

like many of the better quality pieces produced in Shanxi province

Low Walnut Storage Coffer w110 sat against a deep blueShanxi, circa 1880 This lovely old table would sit perfectly in front of a sofa as a long, low coffee table, or could be used as a TV stand. It comes from Shanxi province in central China, made in a frame and panel style and in an original condition, still with the old finish and drawer handles. It would have been used originally as a low storage coffer for valuables, with the drawers once able to be locked. They could also be removed to allow access