Chinese Elm Saddle Stool From Shanxi - 19thC Tansu Because of the fragile nature

Because of the fragile nature of these boxes

100 x 55 x 190 (w x d x h cms)

this style of paintwork is only surpassed in quality by Tibetan antique furniture

These carving were found on temple chariots - huge wheeled chariots covered in carvings of Indian gods

Choba Dansu - Meiji Period - Late 19th C

Chinese Elm Saddle Stool From Shanxi - 19thC Tansu Because of the fragile natureThis classic rustic elm saddle stool is constructed with a thick piece of solid elm shaped like a saddle and constructed using traditional joinery rather than nails. These sturdy wooden stools are a vital component of any shabby chic interior and originally would have been used by workers or agriculture workers. Versatile, they can be used as a side table or as an extra stool for guests' dinner table. From China 49 x 24 x 46 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery