Floral Lattice Window Panel

This lattice window panel likely originated in an aristocratic Chinese home with neutral and balanced interiors. The intricate latticework was designed to allow light and air into a room while maintaining privacy. Creating lattice was a puzzling task, created by the precise interlocking of long and short pieces of carved wood. The lattice of this square panel has been carved to resemble a field of flowers, each framed by delicate petals. The back of the open panel is flush, with less dimension than the front.