Carved Elm Farmers Milking Stool - 19th Century Brass Bound Chests the clay mould was destroyed

the clay mould was destroyed — meaning no two Urlis were ever identical

Condition: Excellent antique condition with rich aged patina and wear consistent with age

183 x 76 x 46 (wxdxh cms)

This is an Anglo Indian cast iron bench made in the style of past days of The RajThe wood slats are made from teakwood and suitable for use outside all year round

This old Chinese gouache painting has been framed in a later simple gilt frame

Carved Elm Farmers Milking Stool - 19th Century Brass Bound Chests the clay mould was destroyedThis traditional Chinese elm stool is constructed with a thick piece of solid elm as the seat using traditional Chinese carpentry. This piece has the remains of old paint and original carvings. It is constructed from yumu , elm and comes from Shanxi province. These sturdy wooden stools are a vital component of any shabby chic interior and originally would have been used by farm workers. Versatile, they can be used as a side table or as an extra stool