Shanxi Elm Buddha Cabinet boxes-bowls-and-baskets Once used to store money

Once used to store money or valuables

and a removable half board covers the area behind the lower panel

The design is based on pieces from China's Qing dynasty

The necklace is etched with a design in relief that shows dragons and a scrolling floral pattern

Shanxi Elm Buddha Cabinet boxes-bowls-and-baskets Once used to store moneyShanxi, 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.