Pair of Shandong Elm Stools l180 colourful sewing basket or storage

colourful sewing basket or storage box

the chest also works well as an unusual coffee table

rich brown that shows off the lovely grain and character of the wood perfectly

This elegant lidded jar depicts multicoloured butterflies amongst blossom branches

Pair of Shandong Elm Stools l180 colourful sewing basket or storageShandong, circa 1900 This lovely pair of stools are from Shandong in northern China, made from elm wood. The square seat panels are set within thick outer frames and, finished with a dark wood stain and varnish, show off the attractive wood grain beautifully. The style is classically Chinese, with 'waisted' seats, horse hoof feet and S shaped stretchers set high between the legs. Other nice details are the various tenon ends visible on the seat frames