Farmers Chopping Block Stool - Ca 1920 Material - Jichimu or as a rustic centrepiece—while

or as a rustic centrepiece—while remaining entirely functional

This gilt black lacquer Chinese table cabinet was made for the Chinese export market and was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty

this piece is made from a mix of Chinese poplar & pine woods

Negoro lacquer is uncommon and during the 50's & 60's there was a well-known dealer in Japan who refinished chests with negoro lacquer for the Western market

The peacock is the national bird of India and is believed to bring luck and prosperity

Farmers Chopping Block Stool - Ca 1920 Material - Jichimu or as a rustic centrepiece—whileThis rustic Chinese stool is made from a refurbished chopping block. These chopping blocks were sliced from elm tree trunks. This robust table has old cleaver marks and dates to roughly 1920. Once they reached the end of their lives, these chopping blocks were turned into stools. They are incredibly sturdy and still display signs of past usage. Their rustic charm makes them suitable for a wide range of interior styles; a three legged table for a