Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Angled View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Internal View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Detailed View Of Internal Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
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Floral Motif On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Bird Motif On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Detailed View Of Patina On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Top Down View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Reverse View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Angled View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Internal View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Detailed View Of Internal Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Paintwork Close Up Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Floral Motif On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Bird Motif On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Detailed View Of Patina On Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Top Down View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century
Reverse View Of Painted Mongolian Influenced Chest From Gansu Province China With Floral And Bird Motifs Late 19th Century

Painted Chest From Gansu - 19th Century

SKU: M1024 19th Century, from Gansu, China
Dimensions:
W80 x D44 x H33 cm
Quality:
Every piece restored & checked in UK

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This striking antique chest originates from Gansu province, China, yet reveal a strong Mongolian influence in its decoration. The top, front and side panels retain their original 19th-century painted designs, featuring peony blossoms arranged in vases - symbols of prosperity and beauty - flanked by auspicious birds such as phoenixes and cranes. The vivid palette of deep reds, yellows and blacks is characteristic of Mongolian artistry, often seen in temple and domestic furniture from the region.

Originally made as a storage chest, this piece was designed to blend functionality with auspicious symbolism. The paintwork has mellowed beautifully over time, showing age-related wear and patina that enhance its authenticity and warmth. Today, it stands as a highly decorative statement piece - beautiful from every side and full of colour and history.

  • Origin: Gansu Province, China
  • Date/Period: Late 19th – Early 20th Century
  • Materials: Wood with polychrome painted decoration
  • Features: Painted floral vases and birds; Mongolian decorative influence; original brass hasp and staple
  • Condition: Age-related wear and surface patina consistent with age and use
  • Dimensions: W77 x D45 x H35 cm

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