Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - Early 20th Century Cashmere 92 x 47 x 44

92 x 47 x 44 cms tall

This Indian colonial linen cupboard was custom made for a wealthy merchant back in the 19th century

reinforcing the connection between the human realm and the cosmic order

which dates it to the end of the Meji period

Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - Early 20th Century Cashmere 92 x 47 x 44This antique Chinese ancestor scroll painting dates to the first half of the 20th century and would have originally hung above an altar in a family home. Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. Ancestors were honored daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. These paintings are excellent social history and show the exact style of clothes officials would have worn