Iron Bound Elm Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Coasters various animals are carved including

various animals are carved including a crudely carved elephant and sheep

These reproduction Chinese blue & white ginger jars with lids depict fish among aquatic plants

bathroom or hallway

This style of pot was used for tobacco & opium and is a real collector's piece

Iron Bound Elm Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Coasters various animals are carved includingThis antique iron bound Chinese grain measure dates to circa 1910 and is called a rice dou. Better quality ones like this one are made from elm wood. This one is lovely because it has markings on the side and a beautiful patina from daily use. In the past, grain measures were commonly used in markets to measure rice. Today, it can serve many useful purposes, such as a wastepaper bin or a plant holder.