Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19th Century Origin - Laos Menuki are found on the

Menuki are found on the handle of Samurai Swords and are not only decorative but have the function of giving extra grip

This rustic bedside chest of drawers has an attractive parquet design running across the drawers and is made from reclaimed teak with a painted finish

Dimensions: W98 x D45 x H88 cm

The right hand has been replaced in our workshops using traditional techniques

5 x 56 (wxdxh cms)

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai Province - 19th Century Origin - Laos Menuki are found on theThis sideboard is from Qinghai province in North Western China on the border with Mongolia & has original painting. The painting on this is incredibly detailed, and features two town scenes with trees as well as a collection of 'wise objects'. This has a clear influence from Mongolia, however, the painting is more indicative of the Chinese style. Mongolian & Qinghai sideboards were usually made from locally sourced wood, normally elm, poplar or pine.