Painted Gansu Side Cabinet d70 accessed by removing a half

accessed by removing a half board

The handle is beautifully carved in the form of a central flower and opposing birds

deep blue against the white background

Its vibrant colour

horizontal carved panel once formed part of an internal divider in a Chinese home

Painted Gansu Side Cabinet d70 accessed by removing a halfGansu, circa 1900 Crafted from poplar wood, this striking cabinet is typical of traditional storage chests from eastern Gansu and Inner Mongolia. Originally designed for grain storage with access via a removable half board lid in the top, the piece has been adapted for contemporary use by adding a single door mounted on wooden dowels. This makes the cabinet more practical for use today while preserving its authentic regional character. The cabinet