Gold/Black Chinese Standing Cabinet / End Table

Details: Indulge in Eastern opulence when you add this sleek, handcrafted storage cabinet to your bedroom, living-room or office decor. Crafted from rich aspen wood, this elegant piece features three beautifully ornamented pull-out drawers, each appointed with a gleaming brass teardrop handle. The drawers, set in a sleek black frame, are ideal for tucking away a wide range of personal treasures and daily necessities. Lotus motifs and other natural images, rendered in smooth watercolor style, adorn the front, side and top panels. The golden background is created through color-plating using the "jin gui pai" or "golden turtle armor" method, a traditional technique dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 A.D.). "Tong fen," or bronze powder, is added to the paint to provide extra gleam and the surface is then lacquered in place, creating a lustrous finish. Intricately detailed gold bordering accentuates the serene splendor of this outstanding piece. The smooth topmost surface allows this cabinet to double as an end table, night stand, or display surface. Reinforced legs provide extra support. With its sleek design and contemporary palette, this storage cabinet makes a versatile addition to any decor.