Wooden Storage Box with Gold Paintings colour-multicolour this beautifully simple black lacquer

this beautifully simple black lacquer low table is designed on the 'lute tables' used by the Chinese when seated on the floor to play musical instruments

This striking dining table again features the 'waisted' top and chunky 'horse hoof' shaped feet that are typical of Chinese furniture

The frame on the one shown here is finished black lacquer

Overall H 69cm

Wooden Storage Box with Gold Paintings colour-multicolour this beautifully simple black lacquerGansu, circa 1920 This lovely little wooden box still has its old paintings of a fish and flowers on the front to symbolise wealth and status, as well as chinese characters above, all contrasting against the reddish brown lacquer. The brass fastening clasp is a recent addition.