Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool This particular warm elm table

This particular warm elm table is larger than the original kang tables to make it more practical as a contemporary coffee table

The classic arch design holds a church pillar candle perfectly

Based on the simple wooden daybeds that were used throughout China for reclining during the day and for sleeping on at night

with curved toprails and arms that meet flush with the side posts rather than protruding further

the price is for both tables

Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool This particular warm elm tableThis lovely bronze vase is a reproduction of an ancient Chinese wine vessel known as a 'Hu'. The originals were first produced during the Shang dynasty (1600 1045 BC) for use in religious rituals, or to be placed in the tombs of the wealthy deceased. The shape of this one is typical of the originals excavated from ancient burial sites, with wide body, narrow neck handles at each side. Later versions, produced during the 'Warring States' period (475 to