Chinese Classical Furniture

Chinese Classical Furniture

Classical Chinese furniture has a timeless appeal that never goes out of style. Our signature range of traditional Chinese furniture is handcrafted from reclaimed elm or poplar wood, and includes reproductions from China's golden age as well as more contemporary designs inspired by the same period. The range includes oriental cabinets, beautifully crafted chairs, Chinese blanket chests and much more.

Carved Panel - 'Uprightness', Warm Elm
£365.00

Carved Panel - 'Uprightness', Warm Elm

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With a frame made from fir wood, our warm elm panel has a design that represents one of the 'Four Nobles', the central carving here depicts bamboo ...

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£365.00
Carved Panel - 'Uprightness', Black Lacquer
£365.00

Carved Panel - 'Uprightness', Black Lacquer

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The carving in the centre of our black lacquer panel depicts bamboo a symbol of uprightness and is made from camphor, a wood which is easy to carve...

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£365.00
Carved Panel - 'Humility', Warm Elm
£365.00

Carved Panel - 'Humility', Warm Elm

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Our solid wood panel, here finished in our warm elm is a representation of one of the 'Four Nobles', the carving set within the centre is surrounde...

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£365.00
Carved Panel - 'Humility', Black Lacquer
£365.00

Carved Panel - 'Humility', Black Lacquer

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Representing one of the 'Four Nobles', this particular panel, in our black lacquer finish, depicts chrysanthemums which symbolise humility. This ce...

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£365.00
Wall Mirror, Warm Elm
£395.00

Wall Mirror, Warm Elm

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These lovely wall mirrors, here finished in our warm colour, have a bevelled frame in solid elm wood and bevelled glass. They include fittings on t...

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£395.00
Wall Mirror, Black Lacquer
£395.00

Wall Mirror, Black Lacquer

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Finished in our black lacquer, this lovely wall mirror has bevelled glass and frame in solid elm wood. They include fittings on the back of the fra...

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£395.00
Wall Mirror, Light Elm
£395.00

Wall Mirror, Light Elm

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Combine this lovely light elm mirror with our scholars desk to make a stunning dressing table set. Made from solid wood and having a bevelled frame...

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£395.00
Dressing Mirror, Warm Elm
£765.00

Dressing Mirror, Warm Elm

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These large, chunky full length mirrors are designed to be stood against a wall, the model above being in our warm elm finish. The frames are in so...

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£765.00
Dressing Mirror, Black Lacquer
£765.00

Dressing Mirror, Black Lacquer

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The frames of these large, chunky full length mirrors are in solid reclaimed elm wood, they are designed to be stood against a wall. As well as the...

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£765.00
Dressing Mirror, Light Elm
£765.00

Dressing Mirror, Light Elm

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Wall mounted or stood against a wall, these large, chunky full length mirrors look beautiful in the corner of a bedroom. The frames are in solid re...

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£765.00
Blanket Trunk, Black Lacquer Save 30%
£625.00
£435.00

Blanket Trunk, Black Lacquer - Clearance Item

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Our wooden blanket trunks are great for storing everything from bedding and clothes to toys and games. This black lacquer version is extremely popu...

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£625.00
£435.00
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Ming Dining Set, Cherry Red Save 60%
£3,915.00
£1,565.00

Ming Dining Set, Cherry Red

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This stylish dining table and chairs is made from reclaimed elm wood, finished in a rich, shiny, cherry red. The table is a slightly smaller versio...

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£3,915.00
£1,565.00
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Horseshoe Armchair, Black Lacquer Sold
£625.00

Horseshoe Armchair, Black Lacquer - Clearance

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Finished in our black lacquer, this horseshoe armchair takes its design from those of the Ming dynasty used as symbols of status. Originally used a...

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£625.00
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Blanket Trunk, Red Lacquer Save 40%
£625.00
£375.00

Blanket Trunk, Red Lacquer - Clearance

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This version of our blanket trunk is finished in a lovely deep red lacquer a colour favoured by the Chinese. The inside is finished in a dark wood ...

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£625.00
£375.00
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Book Cabinet, Light Elm Save 50%
£1,395.00
£695.00

Book Cabinet, Light Elm - Clearance Item

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With the emphasis on the beautiful grain of the elm wood, our light elm book cabinet would be a stunning addition to any home. Referred to by the C...

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£1,395.00
£695.00
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Tall Trunk, Black Lacquer Save 55%
£545.00
£245.00

Chinese Black Lacquer Trunk, Tall - Clearance Item

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Made from solid reclaimed poplar wood, our black lacquer blanket boxes use proper dovetail joints and the distinctive circular brass hardware and r...

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£545.00
£245.00
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Oversized Black Lacquer Square Trunk New
£495.00

Oversized Black Lacquer Square Trunk

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This oversized version of our square trunks is in a large cube shape and is a great size to be used as a side table, with a large amount of storage...

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£495.00
Ladies Cabinet, Black Lacquer Save 20%
£995.00
£795.00

Ladies Cabinet, Black Lacquer - Clearance Item

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Tables like our black lacquer ladies cabinet were made popular during the Qing dynasty, similar style consoles with drawers and doors were normally...

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£995.00
£795.00
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Square Stool, Warm Elm Save 35%
£445.00
£290.00

Square Stool, Warm Elm - Clearance Item

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Our warm elm version is a faithful reproduction of the classic design, and has a rattan top set within the seat. It works well for occasional seati...

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£445.00
£290.00
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Square Stool, Black Lacquer, Clearance Item Save 30%
£445.00
£310.00

Square Stool, Black Lacquer - Clearance Item

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Unlike in other Asian countries, where people continued to sit on the floor centuries later, the Chinese quickly developed higher level seating and...

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£445.00
£310.00
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End Cabinet, Black Lacquer Save 35%
£465.00
£300.00

End Cabinet, Black Lacquer - Clearance Item

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Based on the simple styled, solid framed pieces that were common in northern China for centuries. This black lacquer version of our end cabinet is ...

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£465.00
£300.00
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The history of Chinese Classical Furniture

Classical Chinese furniture refers to a style and an aesthetic taste, of restraint, balance and grandeur, rather than to a particular period. Plain hardwoods, like the reclaimed woods we use for these reproductions, were always accorded high esteem by Chinese craftsmen from the Qing dynasties onwards. Trade had recently opened, and tropical hardwoods from South-East Asia were beginning to be imported. It was these strong hardwoods which allowed the craftsmen to create austere, slender legged chairs and tables which showed off the beauty of the precious wood, alongside the lacquered furniture which was equally prized. Here at Shimu, we’re very happy to be continuing the tradition of Chinese classical furniture, and to be bringing you these beautiful pieces of furniture to show off in your home.

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