Lacquer Apothecary Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 18th Century A well-proportioned Anglo-Indian bench

A well-proportioned Anglo-Indian bench

and this piece is a fine example of a form whose simple

It dates to the 19th century

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Lacquer Apothecary Chest From Shanxi - 19thC Period - 18th Century A well-proportioned Anglo-Indian benchChinese traditional medicine was stored in this fabulous antique apothecary chest. Il has most of the original painted drawer labels naming the various natural minerals and herbs that were mixed by the practitioner for each patient. Constructed from elm, all of the 36 small drawers have 2 individual compartments inside. The spacious shelving area at the top of the cabinet is fantastic for storing and displaying iconic curios. From Shanxi Province,