Chinese Elm Spring Bench From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Material - Poplar resourcefulness

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This light blue painted console table with two drawers has been painted in a traditional Mongolian style made from old pine and has a handy lower shelf

losses to original paint consistent with age

Dimensions: W147 x D62 x H91 cm - Seat Height 37 cm

Chinese Elm Spring Bench From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Material - Poplar resourcefulnessThis late 19th century Chinese spring bench comes from Shanxi Province and is crafted from solid elm wood, a material widely used in northern Chinese furniture for its strength and attractive grain. Known as spring benches, these elegant narrow benches were traditionally placed outside shops, teahouses, and small restaurants, where both staff and customers could sit and enjoy the fresh air. The bench features beautifully carved cloud motifs beneath