Carved Chinese Wedding Bed Fascia 4 x 6 inch These traditional Chinese lanterns are

These traditional Chinese lanterns are in a hexagonal shape

The old lacquer on this lovely chest has been stripped back to reveal the beautiful

The upper part of the panel is made up of intersecting patterns made from individually joined

The main central carving is surrounded by scrolling dragons

which formed just one part of the original four poster marriage bed

Carved Chinese Wedding Bed Fascia 4 x 6 inch These traditional Chinese lanterns areAnhui, circa 1850 Beautifully hand crafted from pine and beech wood, this intricate marriage bed fascia would be a real talking point in a modern home. It originates from southern China either Anhui or Jiangsu province, with wonderful carvings in deep relief set within symmetrical, geometric patterns. The five main upper carvings show various characters and scenes from Chinese mythology two figures on horseback with their servants following, a bearded