Ancestor Painting, Couple in Burgundy and Black Wall Panel It would originally have been

It would originally have been used for storing documents and valuables

This style of cabinet

these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished

Each of these is carved in deep relief on several levels

with the same curved headrest and arms as the larger version

Ancestor Painting, Couple in Burgundy and Black Wall Panel It would originally have beenThis large, colourful painting on canvas is a reproduction based on the ancestor portraits produced in China for centuries as part of the common practice of ancestor worship. Families would honour their ancestors by lighting joss sticks and placing offerings in front of their portraits, which would show either individuals, couples or in some cases several generations. The subjects would normally be shown seated, dressed in their official robes