Chinese Ming Dragon & Bat Furniture Apron - 17th Century Gifts This Wrought Iron Table base

This Wrought Iron Table base has been made in the old fashioned way in Rajasthan

this piece combines traditional materials with modern craftsmanship

Carefully made by rural artisans

Framed in India

This is likely influenced by the Mughal period in India (1526 - 1761)

Chinese Ming Dragon & Bat Furniture Apron - 17th Century Gifts This Wrought Iron Table baseThe intricate Chinese furniture apron was originally attached to an ancient furniture piece now lost. This piece likely dates to the Ming dynasty (1368 1644). At its center is a depiction of a bat, a traditional good luck symbol in China. The panel is decorated with detailed carvings of dragons and additional bats. It's constructed from northern elm (yumu) and dates to at least the 17th century. Supplied with hangers. From China UK Delivery Charge