Tianjin Sideboard Made From Burr Camphor - 19th Century Origin - UK The robust mortise-and-tenon construction

The robust mortise-and-tenon construction

Adapted with modern mirror glass

a poetic dedication from Autumn at Xiling (西陵秋)

and enormous temples on wheels are drawn through the streets by hundreds of people

Tianjin Sideboard Made From Burr Camphor - 19th Century Origin - UK The robust mortise-and-tenon constructionThis 19th century Tianjin sideboard is crafted from richly figured burr camphor wood, a highly prized timber celebrated for its dramatic swirling grain, warm golden colour and natural durability. Originating from the port city of Tianjin in northern China, sideboards of this form evolved from Ming Dynasty furniture designs and were traditionally used both as storage cabinets and as altar tables for family ancestor worship. The beautifully figured burr