Antique Chinese giltwood carved panel, 19th century, jousting/duel

Size: 32.5 x 15.5 cm, carved part 27.5 x 12 cm Condition: Very good antique condition - slight split to panel at right edge, face on one figure missing, overall light wear and old dirt. This is a very interesting carving, probably from a piece of furniture, showing two warriors on horseback fighting, in front of a castle or other stone building, from which they are observed by two figures. One warrior has a standard bearer behind him and is dressed in fine armour. The other warrior is more simply dressed. The scene suggests a duel or jousting. The missing face of one of the observers is interesting because it does not look like accidental damage, it appears to have been deliberately chipped away. The panel is painted in red with black and gilt highlights. The back is unvarnished and has a slightly bevelled edge. Estimated age late 19th century, but could be earlier.