Chinese Spring Bench From Shanxi - Late 19thC Material - Stone This is almost certainly untrue

This is almost certainly untrue and an assumption by Western dealers inspired by the painted opera scenes that decorate the majority of this style of chest

Dokra metal casting is one of the oldest traditional techniques of metal casting in India that uses the lost wax casting method

In original box

Expertly preserved and beautifully presented

Chinese Spring Bench From Shanxi - Late 19thC Material - Stone This is almost certainly untrueKnown as a Spring bench, these pretty benches used to be seen outside shops and small restaurants in China and used by both staff and customers to enjoy the fresh air. Constructed from Elm, this one is from Shanxi Province. Carved with a beautiful cloud motif 19thC Please note that the legs of all these benches are splayed. From China 136 x 19 x 49 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 40 More delivery options available on checkout