Red Leather Chinese Trunk From Shanghai - Early 20thC Desks also known as zelkova or

also known as zelkova or southern elm (jumu) is considered superior to it's northern elm (yumu) cousin as it has a more refined grain structure

These sideboards were usually made from locally sourced wood

Reproduction Bronze Han Dynasty Ram

134 x 42 x 92 (wxdxh cms)

Red Leather Chinese Trunk From Shanghai - Early 20thC Desks also known as zelkova orChinese leather trunks have been used for many centuries with very little change from the classic style. Made for travelling and storage of clothing they are robust and work well in a contemporary western space as a coffee table, or for storage. Chinese leather trunks come in 5 colours; black, red, tan, cream & aubergine. This particular piece is coated with red lacquer and dates from the early 20th century. The colour is achieved by adding a coloured