Spring Bench From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Africa Golden Floral: W8

Golden Floral: W8

Layers of fading colour and natural paint loss reveal the timber beneath

During the Ming Dynasty the Emperor set up the imperial kilns in Jingdezhen

aged surface patina

it exemplifies the artistry of northern Chinese decorative furniture

Spring Bench From Shanxi - 19th Century Origin - Africa Golden Floral: W8Known as spring benches, these pretty Chinese benches used to be seen outside shops and small restaurants in China and used by both staff and customers to enjoy the fresh air. Constructed from elm, this one is from Shanxi Province. It is carved with a beautiful cloud motif and dates to the 19th century. Please note that the legs of all these benches are splayed. Condition Report: This bench has some historic repairs to the cloud spirals.