{"product_id":"antique-chinese-painted-chest-m1024","title":"Painted Chest From Gansu - 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking antique chest originates from Gansu province, China, yet reveal a strong Mongolian influence in its decoration. The top, front and side panels retain their \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal 19th-century painted designs\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring peony blossoms arranged in vases - symbols of prosperity and beauty - flanked by auspicious birds such as phoenixes and cranes. The vivid palette of deep reds, yellows and blacks is characteristic of Mongolian artistry, often seen in temple and domestic furniture from the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally made as a \u003cstrong\u003estorage chest\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece was designed to blend functionality with auspicious symbolism. The paintwork has mellowed beautifully over time, showing age-related wear and patina that enhance its authenticity and warmth. Today, it stands as a highly decorative statement piece - beautiful from every side and full of colour and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gansu Province, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th – Early 20th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood with polychrome painted decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted floral vases and birds; Mongolian decorative influence; original brass hasp and staple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Age-related wear and surface patina consistent with age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W77 x D45 x H35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Title","offer_id":53551442755893,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Painted_Chinese_Storage_Chest_With_Floral_And_Bird_Motifs.jpg?v=1789233538","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/antique-chinese-painted-chest-m1024","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}