Walnut Bench From Shanxi - 19th Century Period - 19th Century above the drawers which symbolises

above the drawers which symbolises prosperity

while the opposite face still bears traces of its original dark lacquer

They are expertly woven and are usually dyed with deep reds and blues which give them a comforting and cosy feel

Weight: 11

Perfect for books or for a porcelain collection

Walnut Bench From Shanxi - 19th Century Period - 19th Century above the drawers which symbolisesThese long benches are from Shanxi province, China and were used not only inside farmhouses around large dining tables, but also outside shops, tea houses and cafs, where customers and passers by would gather to eat, drink and socialise. Its generous length makes it ideal as seating alongside a large dining table, while its slim profile also lends itself beautifully to a hallway, boot room or beneath a row of windows. The thick, solid plank top has