Blue Bamboo and Butterflies 2 unframed Note that we can also

Note that we can also make alternative sizes on request

these old abacuses are from Beijing and and date from the mid twentieth century

they were typically adorned with large circular brass plates on the doors

bronzes and other valuable possessions typical of an ancient Chinese household - a common theme on cabinets throughout China

decorated with a traditional design in gold leaf showing flowers and animals

Blue Bamboo and Butterflies 2 unframed Note that we can alsoThese gorgeous prints are reproductions of originals painted onto silk in a traditional Chinese painting technique known as 'Gongbi'. They show dancing butterflies on a backdrop of bamboo and peony flowers in soft, pastel blues. Butterflies are often incorporated into paintings and other artistic forms in China as a symbol for long life and marital happiness we often see them adorning our Chinese antique furniture, while the peony denotes high rank