Butterfly Drawers, Warm Elm Mirror simple lines which are typical

simple lines which are typical of the furniture produced by the Chinese in the northern provinces

quite unusual example of Chinese armchairs that would look fantastic in a modern setting

solid framed pieces that were common in northern China for centuries

chunky extended top and brass handles give it a more contemporary look

The style of cabinet is referred to as 'round cornered' due to the rounded frames

Butterfly Drawers, Warm Elm Mirror simple lines which are typicalThe butterfly is a symbol of joy for the Chinese, and especially of happiness in a marriage. Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a bride's dowry. The butterfly shaped handles on these lovely little warm elm bedside drawers are therefore a nice detail, and match the handles on our large tapered cabinet. The overall design of the chest, with its slightly tapered