Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chair - Late 19thC Dowry Chest They're often made up of

They're often made up of deep earthy colours and often include columns and geometric shapes in their design

see Tansu by T & K Heineken

The lock plate is a double headed eagle known as Gandaberunda or Berunda

this versatile vessel can be repurposed as a small wastepaper bin

the popular Sorouk design is a relatively modern style

Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chair - Late 19thC Dowry Chest They're often made up ofThis exceptionally good antique Chinese horseshoe chair dates to the 19th century and is constructed from elm & blackwood. The horseshoe chair design originated in the Ming dynasty (1368 1644) more than 500 years ago. The most iconic and one of the most graceful of Chinese chair designs, yuanyi (meaning round chair) were given the name horseshoe chair by westerners. The rattan seat has been replaced as so many were damaged in the 20th century. At the