Ladies Cabinet, Warm Elm d80 eyes closed and hands clasped

eyes closed and hands clasped in prayer

The main central carving is surrounded by scrolling dragons

rich dark lacquer finish

Note that as they are decorated by hand

the three drawers at the top providing extra storage

Ladies Cabinet, Warm Elm d80 eyes closed and hands claspedPopular during the Qing dynasty, narrow tables like this warm version with drawers and doors were normally used in a lady's sleeping quarters as a dressing table, and hence were known as 'ladies' cabinets'. The central doors and the drawers at either side provide plenty of space for holding cosmetics or jewellery, while the top is set with a rattan panel to provide a hard wearing surface. The narrow legs end in classic Chinese 'horse hoof' feet, while