{"title":"51-70cm","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-warm","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis version of our horseshoe armchair is in our 'warm' finish, chairs like this one were symbols of status in Ming dynasty China. Known also in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi), they were used initially at court and by high ranking officials. They later became more common but were still reserved for the most important visitors members of a household. One of the most recognisable of Chinese designs, the chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape. This was normally made either from three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more rudimentary versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow. Ours is in elm with a rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a dragon in carved relief. The chair's sleek curves and proportions will add sophistication to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960345874489,"sku":"CT02N","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-black","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinished in our black lacquer, this horseshoe armchair takes its design from those of the Ming dynasty used as symbols of status. Originally used at court and by high ranking officials, they were also known in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi). However they later became more popular in Chinese culture, although still reserved for the most important visitors or family members. Recognisably one of the most characteristic of Chinese designs, the chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape and normally made either from three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more rudimentary versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow. Made from elm with an in set rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a carved relief Dragon. The chair's fluid curves and classical design will bring a touch of sophistication to a modern setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960346497081,"sku":"CT02D","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"horseshoe-armchair-light","title":"Horseshoe Armchair, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe light finish on this version of our horseshoe armchair, accentuates the grain of the elm wood and complexity of the build, as all the different joins can be seen. Known also in Chinese as 'Grand Tutor Chairs' (taishi yi), they were used initially by high ranking officials at court and were symbols of great status in Ming dynasty China. They later became more common but were still reserved for the most important visitors and members of a household. The chairs feature a beautifully curved back which extends to the arms in a horseshoe shape and were normally made using either three or five pieces of wood, with complex joinery holding them together, though more simplistic versions were also made using a single piece of flexible wood such as willow and remains one of the most recognisable of Chinese designs. Our chair is made with a rattan seat panel and the curved back splat features a dragon in carved relief. The chair could be used as occasional seating or as a dining chair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960349052985,"sku":"CT02M","price":625.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Horseshoe-Armchair-Light1.jpg?v=1571714016"},{"product_id":"tapered-cabinet-warm","title":"Chinese Tapered Cabinet, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis style of Chinese cabinet, seen here in a warm finish, with the doors mounted on wooden dowels that fit directly into the frames and a slightly tapered profile, is one of the most ingenious designs to have been perfected during the Ming dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall effect is one of balance and fluidity, the simple style allowing the cabinet to look perfectly at home in any setting. The style of cabinet is referred to as 'round cornered' due to the rounded frames, and was seen throughout China but particularly in furniture from Shandong province on the north east coast. Smaller ones like this were also known as 'Scholar's Cabinets' as they were often used to store the books, papers or writing implements of the scholarly classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith two removable shelves inside, our modern day version is a great size to hold a stereo unit, or even in a bathroom for toiletries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960393322553,"sku":"CW08N","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Tapered-Cabinet-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"tapered-cabinet-black","title":"Tapered Cabinet, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabinets like our black lacquer version were sometimes known as 'Scholars' Cabinets' as they were often used to store the books, papers or writing implements of the scholarly classes. The style of this Chinese cabinet, with its doors mounted on wooden dowels that fit directly into the frames and a slightly tapered profile, is one of the most ingenious designs to have been perfected during the Ming dynasty. The overall effect is one of balance and fluidity, the simple style allowing the cabinet to fit perfectly in any setting within the home. The style of cabinet is referred to as 'round cornered' due to the rounded frames, and was seen throughout China but particularly in furniture from Shandong province on the north east coast. With two removable shelves inside, our modern day version is a great size to hold a stereo unit, or even in a bathroom for toiletries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960394043449,"sku":"CW08D","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Tapered-Cabinet-Black1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"tapered-cabinet-light","title":"Tapered Cabinet, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith two removable shelves inside, our modern day light elm version is a great size to hold a stereo unit, or even in a bathroom for toiletries. The style of cabinet is referred to as 'round cornered' due to the rounded frames, and was seen throughout China but particularly in furniture from Shandong province on the north east coast. The design of this Chinese cabinet, with the doors mounted on wooden dowels that fit directly into the frames and a slightly tapered profile, is one of the most ingenious designs to have been perfected during the Ming dynasty. The overall effect is one of balance and fluidity, the simple style allowing the cabinet to look perfectly at home in any setting. Smaller ones like this were also known as 'Scholar's Cabinets' as they were often used to store the books, papers or writing implements of the scholarly classes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960394928185,"sku":"CW08M","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Tapered-Cabinet-Light1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"apothecary-cabinet-warm","title":"Apothecary's Cabinet, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese herbalists have used chests, like our warm elm version,  with multiple drawers, for centuries, to hold the herbs and remedies of their profession. In some cases these would hold dozens of drawers, each one split into three or four sections and labelled to show the contents. Our apothecary cabinet is a slightly more modern interpretation of the classic medicine chest, with a cabinet section at the bottom and 12 drawers above. The drawers are slightly larger than on most original chests, each being ideally sized to hold up to 25 CDs. They are also deep enough to hold DVDs if placed with the spine facing upwards. The cabinet also works well in a bedroom for holding socks, tights or underwear. The drawers are dovetailed and fitted with brass handles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960400269369,"sku":"TK09N","price":1445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Apothecary-Cabinet-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"apothecary-cabinet-black","title":"Apothecary's Cabinet, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur black lacquer apothecary cabinet is a slightly more modern interpretation of the classic medicine chest, with a cabinet section at the bottom and 12 drawers above. The drawers are slightly larger than on most original chests, each being ideally sized to hold up to 25 CDs. They are also deep enough to hold DVDs if placed with the spine facing upwards. Chinese herbalists have used chests with multiple drawers for centuries to hold the herbs and remedies of their profession. In some cases these would hold dozens of drawers, each one split into three or four sections and labelled to show the contents. The cabinet also works well in a bedroom for holding socks, tights or underwear. The drawers are dovetailed and fitted with brass handles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960400498745,"sku":"TK09D","price":1445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Apothecary-Cabinet-Black1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"apothecary-cabinet-light","title":"Apothecary's Cabinet, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a cabinet section at the bottom and 12 drawers above, our light elm apothecary cabinet is a slightly more modern interpretation of the classic medicine chest. Chinese herbalists have used multi drawer chests with multiple for centuries to hold the herbs and remedies of their profession. In some cases these would house dozens of drawers, each one split into three or four sections and labelled to show the contents. The drawers on our model are slightly larger than on most original chests, each being ideally sized to hold up to 25 CDs. They are also deep enough to hold DVDs if placed with the spine facing upwards. The cabinet also works well in a bedroom for holding socks, tights or underwear. Made from solid reclaimed elm, the drawers are dovetailed and fitted with brass handles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960402432057,"sku":"TK09M","price":1445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Apothecary-Cabinet-Light1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-warm","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur warm elm armchair has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this design. This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Made from solid elm wood with a rattan seat. Great individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408821817,"sku":"CT12N","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-black","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from solid elm wood with a rattan seat our black lacquer armchairs would look great individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables.This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Our version has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960408952889,"sku":"CT12D","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"yoke-back-armchair-light","title":"Yoke-Back Armchair, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat individually in a bedroom or living room as a statement piece, or use them at the head of our dining tables. This light elm model is made from solid reclaimed elm wood with a rattan seat. This style of chair was one of the first to appear in China, with pictorial records dating back to as early as the 6th century. The name 'Yoke-back' refers to the shape of the curved headrest, but the style is also known as an 'Official's Hat' chair as the headrest was also thought to resemble the winged hats of Chinese mandarins of the Ming dynasty. Our version has the same beautiful curves and detail as our yoke-back side chair, including the dragon in carved relief on the curved back rest. However it is slightly larger and has the beautifully curved, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960409116729,"sku":"CT12M","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Yoke-Back-Armchair-Light1.jpg?v=1571714018"},{"product_id":"butterfly-drawers-warm","title":"Butterfly Drawers, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly is a symbol of joy for the Chinese, and especially of happiness in a marriage. Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a bride's dowry. The butterfly shaped handles on these lovely little warm elm bedside drawers are therefore a nice detail, and match the handles on our large tapered cabinet. The overall design of the chest, with its slightly tapered outline, rounded frames and overhanging top, is inspired by the wonderfully elegant 'round cornered' cabinets that were produced for centuries in China. The three shallow drawers are made with dovetail joints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960427040825,"sku":"TK11N","price":545.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Butterfly-Drawers-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714019"},{"product_id":"butterfly-drawers-black","title":"Chinese Butterfly Drawers, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe overall design of this black lacquer chest, with its slightly tapered outline, rounded frames and overhanging top, is inspired by the wonderfully elegant 'round cornered' cabinets that were produced for centuries in China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly is a symbol of joy for the Chinese, and especially of happiness in a marriage. Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a bride's dowry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butterfly shaped handles on these lovely little bedside drawers are therefore a nice detail, and match the handles on our large tapered cabinet. The three shallow drawers are made with dovetail joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNB. Interior scenes were created using AI-generated renderings to illustrate how this unit may appear in a styled setting. Images on a white background show the actual cabinet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960428974137,"sku":"TK11D","price":545.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Butterfly-Drawers-Black1.jpg?v=1571714019"},{"product_id":"butterfly-drawers-light","title":"Butterfly Drawers, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe three shallow drawers of this light elm chest are made with dovetail joints. The butterfly is a symbol of joy for the Chinese, and especially of happiness in a marriage. Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a bride's dowry. The butterfly shaped handles on these lovely little bedside drawers are therefore a nice detail, and match the handles on our large tapered cabinet. The overall design of the chest, with its slightly tapered outline, rounded frames and overhanging top, is inspired by the wonderfully elegant 'round cornered' cabinets that were produced for centuries in China.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960429072441,"sku":"TK11M","price":545.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Butterfly-Drawers-Light1.jpg?v=1571714019"},{"product_id":"cross-legged-chair-warm","title":"Cross Legged Armchair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on the classic Chinese horseshoe armchair but in a more colonial style, this lovely warm elm chair goes perfectly with our cross legged desk or can be used separately for occasional seating. It has the same 'S' shaped legs forming an hourglass shape at the front and back, as well as a slightly curved seat with a rattan inlay. The middle backrest is carved in relief with a 'ruyi', symbolising prosperity, while above this is a lotus flower to denote long life and wealth. The narrow spindles either side that support the curved backrest are not often seen in Chinese furniture - although they did appear on chairs in the late Qing dynasty, specifically on smaller pieces known as rose chairs, used normally in ladies' quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960433856569,"sku":"CT17N","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Cross-Legged_Chair-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"cross-legged-chair-black","title":"Cross Legged Armchair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely black lacquer chair has the same 'S' shaped legs forming an hourglass shape at the front and back, as well as a slightly curved seat with a rattan inlay, it goes perfectly with our cross legged desk or can be used separately for occasional seating. Based on the classic Chinese horseshoe armchair but in a more colonial style, the middle backrest is carved in relief with a 'ruyi', symbolising prosperity, while above this is a lotus flower to denote long life and wealth. The narrow spindles either side that support the curved backrest are not often seen in Chinese furniture - although they did appear on chairs in the late Qing dynasty, specifically on smaller pieces known as rose chairs, used normally in ladies' quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960435232825,"sku":"CT17D","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Cross-Legged-Chair-Black1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"southern-official-warm","title":"Southern Official's Chair, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis style of chair appeared slightly later in China's history than the 'Yoke-Back' or 'Official's Hat' chair. The main development was that the top rail and arms of the chair join onto the supporting posts rather than protruding further out. This gives a smoother, more fluid look. Our warm elm version has a rattan covered seat and curved backrest for comfort. The backrest has a scrolling dragon motif in carved relief, while the spandrels at the corners of the top rail and side posts are also finely carved. The seat is quite low, making the chair suitable for use in a living room or bedroom. Made from reclaimed solid elm wood with a rattan seat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960446603321,"sku":"CT01N","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Southern-Official-Warm1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"southern-official-black","title":"Southern Official's Chair, Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur black lacquer chair has a rattan covered seat and curved backrest for comfort. The backrest has a scrolling dragon motif in carved relief, while the spandrels at the corners of the top rail and side posts are also finely carved. This style of chair appeared slightly later in China's history than the 'Yoke-Back' or 'Official's Hat' chair. The main development was that the top rail and arms of the chair join onto the supporting posts rather than protruding further out. This gives a smoother, more fluid look. The seat is quite low, making the chair suitable for use in a living room or bedroom. Made from reclaimed solid elm wood with a rattan seat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960446701625,"sku":"CT01D","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Southern-Official-Black1.jpg?v=1571714020"},{"product_id":"wall-mirror-warm","title":"Wall Mirror, Warm Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese lovely wall mirrors, here finished in our warm colour, have a bevelled frame in solid elm wood and bevelled glass. 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Ideal in a hallway or hung above one of our consoles for use as a dressing table mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6960463708217,"sku":"CSW07D","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/products\/Wall-Mirror-Black1.jpg?v=1571714021"},{"product_id":"wall-mirror-light","title":"Wall Mirror, Light Elm","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombine 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 and bevelled glass. 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As is typical on Chinese chairs the backrest has some lovely carved decoration. In this case there is an auspicious 'ruyi' symbol in open carving on each chair above a Chinese unicorn ('kylin') in relief. Originally in a deep black lacquer, the finish has largely worn on the seat, armrests and footrests to show the paler wood underneath. A beautiful, quite unusual example of Chinese armchairs that would look fantastic in a modern setting. Sold as a pair, the price shown is for both chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6973333045305,"sku":"ATC-TA-182137","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0005\/2074\/9113\/files\/ATC-TA-182137a.jpg?v=1747131939"},{"product_id":"pair-of-painted-wooden-panels","title":"Pair of Painted Wooden Panels","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGansu, circa 1850\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wonderful painted wooden panels are made from fir wood and originate from the border of Gansu province and Tibet, where they were made in the mid nineteenth century. Each set within a moulded red lacquer frame, the central panels were once in vivid colours but are now faded to beautiful, soft reds browns and blues against a cream background that has darkened over the years. The paintings are still clear and on the first panel depict various auspicious Buddhist symbols that include the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bhavacakra\" title=\"Wheel of Life\"\u003ewheel of life\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom, with fish for good fortune and an 'eternal knot' for longevity. The second panel depicts the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Four_harmonious_animals\" title=\"Four Harmonious Friends\"\u003efour harmonious friends\u003c\/a\u003e - an elephant, monkey, hare and bird, alongside their fruit tree. This is a popular scene in Buddhist art, taken from the story told by the Buddha to teach unity and cooperation. 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