Carved Panel - 'Courage', Warm Elm Display Cabinet The 'horse hoof' shaped feet

The 'horse hoof' shaped feet and waisted table top of our chocolate colour coffee table are a typical trait of most Chinese tables from the Ming and Qing dynasties

the Chinese quickly developed higher level seating and stools were in use throughout China from as early as the Tang dynasty over a thousand years ago

soft reds browns and blues against a cream background that has darkened over the years

still with their original black lacquer finish and paintings

with a curved apron above the feet and circular brass handles

Carved Panel - 'Courage', Warm Elm Display Cabinet The 'horse hoof' shaped feetFinished in warm elm this panel is designed to represent one of the 'Four Nobles', the central carving is made from camphor, a wood which is easy to carve, and depicts plum blossom a symbol of courage. Scrolling dragons surround the main carving, the outer frame being made of fir wood. The panels can be bought individually or as a set of four.