Decorative Panel in Deep Carved Relief l170 Walnut was a commonly used

Walnut was a commonly used wood for carpentry in Shanxi and the western part of Gansu province

cube shaped blanket chest is great for storing towels in a bathroom

shaped section in the large panel is in carved relief

it is finished in a rich

more understated designs like this were popular during the Ming dynasty

Decorative Panel in Deep Carved Relief l170 Walnut was a commonly usedShanghai, circa 1860 This lovely panel in deep carved relief was produced as part of a larger internal wall or room divider in a home in Shanghai around the mid nineteenth century. It is made from elm wood, beautifully carved with a central battle scene two mounted figures in armour about to engage in combat. The carving shows a high level of skill and the panel is typical of the type of work produced for wealthy households, designed to underscore the