Qinghai Red Lacquer Display Cabinet summer-vibes is reminiscent of the Chinese

is reminiscent of the Chinese tea tables that would be positioned between a pair of chairs for serving tea or other refreshment

These old buckets have been restored and refinished in a distressed matt blue on the outside

but the paintings on the lids and fronts are of peony flowers - a symbol of high rank and status in China

Made from a base metal and silver plated

These delicate little Chinese lanterns in a ball shape are made with a metal wire frame and a red canvas shade

Qinghai Red Lacquer Display Cabinet summer-vibes is reminiscent of the ChineseQinghai, circa 1880 This stunning cabinet, with an open shelf unit in the top section, is from Qinghai in western China and the bright red cinnabar lacquer and decorative paintings are typical of that region. Once used to hold books and to show favoured ornaments, it would be at home today as a large bookshelf or display unit. It is in a highly original condition, with the old colour, carving and paintings all intact. Often cabinets like this are cut