Six Drawer Antique Carved Coffer Trunk The religious function is indicated

The religious function is indicated by the raised

Note that as they are decorated by hand

with wooden hinge mounted doors and a plank top

The last four images below show the actual item

Six Drawer Antique Carved Coffer Trunk The religious function is indicatedShaanxi, circa 1880 This wonderful table is in the distinctive style seen in furniture from the central Chinese province of Shaanxi location of the ancient capital of Xi'an. Furniture from the region was typically robust, with thick frames and panels, but would be decorated with ornate, deep carvings finished in bright colours. This old storage coffer is an excellent example, with each of its six drawers featuring deep carvings in floral patterns and