Chinese Flower Stand From Jiangsu - 19th Century Material - Coral the shawl is finished with

the shawl is finished with softly frayed edges and a fluid handle that allows it to be worn wrapped

This early 20th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari

crimson and violet flambé glaze

Features: Coalbrookdale Style Ornate Cast Iron Ends With Scrolled And Floral Decoration

This Indian colonial linen cupboard was custom made for a wealthy merchant back in the 19th century

Chinese Flower Stand From Jiangsu - 19th Century Material - Coral the shawl is finished withThis Chinese flower stand dates from the 19th century. Made from red elm (zelkova) and known in China as 'jumu' or 'southern elm.' Red elm as the name suggests has a more red tone and has a more aesthetically pleasant grain. It was considered in China to be superior to its northern elm relative. Red elm is the typical wood used in pieces from Jiangsu province. This style of table is also known as a tea table and often came in pairs. A pair of these