Shanxi Elm Buddha Cabinet d110 Referred to as 'bogu'

Referred to as 'bogu'

and are decorated with geometric patterns

the model above being in our warm elm finish

Drawers were quite rare in early Chinese cabinets so this piece is a more contemporary version of a classic Ming design

Sold as a set

Shanxi Elm Buddha Cabinet d110 Referred to as 'bogu'Shanxi, circa 1860 This beautiful cabinet, with doors set centrally on small hinges and multiple frames and panels, is in a style referred to as a 'Buddha cabinet', produced specifically to hold a statue of the Buddha inside. Originally the doors and front panels would have been in a striking, bright red lacquer that contrasted with the black top surface. The drawers at the top and bottom would have been painted to pick out the deep relief carvings.