Elm Chinese Sideboard From Peking - 19th Century slipper often referred to as Jaisalmer

often referred to as Jaisalmer stone

It is part cabinet and part medicine chest - the drawers have smaller partitions inside

Mewari School Elephant sketch 75 - 100 yrs old

Keep your valuable jewelry safe and organized in this beautiful and unique piece

Elm Chinese Sideboard From Peking - 19th Century slipper often referred to as JaisalmerThis sideboard, originating during the Ming dynasty, comes from the Chinese capital of Peking (Beijing). The design was also popular in surrounding areas of North China. Its simple design features circular brass fittings and traditional Chinese carving on both sides, including stylised bats a symbol of good luck in China. Sideboards of this shape were used as storage and as altar cabinets for burning incense, family ancestor worship with an ancestor