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Gansu, circa 1920 Storage boxes like this one were used to hold important papers, books and documents. They were usually decorated with paintings o...
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Gansu, circa 1920 Storage boxes like this one were used to hold important papers, books and documents. They were usually decorated with paintings o...
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Shanxi, circa 1870 Once used to carry food, this charming box is in its original black lacquer finish, with details on the handle picked out in red...
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Zhejiang, circa 1920 This beech wood box was originally used to store small personal items in the home or when travelling. Crafted in Zhejiang, eas...
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Jiangsu, circa 1920 These charming wooden boxes were produced in Jiangsu province in eastern China, near the cities of Shanghai and Suzhou. Each on...
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These blue versions of our popular pillow boxes are decorated in gold with birds and flowers. The boxes are reproductions of those used to store va...
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These old buckets have been restored and refinished in a distressed matt blue on the outside, but the shape, including the curved handle, is origin...
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These small, round turquoise vases sit neatly into the teak bowls which are made using sustainable tree roots. Beautiful as table ornaments. Please...
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These lovely brushes are reproductions of those used in China for centuries for the art of calligraphy. They are made from bone and wood with horse...
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These wonderful coconut shells are worked by hand to show beautiful floral designs in open carving. They are polished to a smooth finish and make l...
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Each one of these beautiful ornaments is created by hand from a coconut shell. The intricate open carvings show various leaf and scrolling designs....
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These serene looking buddhas, seated in the lotus postion with hands clasped in prayer, are hand carved from wood and given an aged appearance. As ...
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Newly made by hand but given an aged appearance, these beautifully carved Buddhas are shown seated in the lotus postion with hands clasped within t...
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Chinese Shanxi Painted Black Box
Shanxi, 1900 These lovely little decorative boxes are from Shanxi in central China, still with their original black lacquer finish and paintings. E...
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Once used for holding and measuring rice or grain, these characterful wooden containers still have the old ironware on the handle and edges. The re...
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Decorative Mirror with Antique Carved Frame
Jiangsu, circa 1880 The frame of this lovely mirror was once an internal window panel in a Chinese home in Jiangsu province and dates back to the l...
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Jiangsu, circa 1880 This elegant, domed chest made from beech wood was made in Jiangsu province in eastern China in the late nineteenth century. I...
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Shanxi, circa 1870 This old storage box was once used to transport food. It is made from elm and the attractive grain of the wood is clearly visibl...
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Zhejiang, circa 1860 This round wooden container is from Zhejiang province in south east China. Made from beech, it would have been used originally...
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Shanxi, circa 1870 With a long carrying handle, this box was once used to hold food in Shanxi province. The finish is original, now worn from the o...
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Shanxi, circa 1870 This old storage box with a carrying handle was used to transport food. It has its original finish - the black lacquer now sever...
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Sitting in sustainable teak root bowls, these lovely handblown vases would make beautiful ornaments or flower vases. Please note that each item is ...
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Ideal as a large fruit bowl, for snacks or perhaps for toiletries in a bathroom, these large round containers have been restored and refinished in ...
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Zhejiang, circa 1900 These attractive lacquered wooden baskets are a great way for storing kindling wood, magazines or even toilet rolls. They are ...
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Lacquered Wooden Basket with Lid
This lovely wooden basket has a distressed cream lacquer finish. The handle is designed in a way that stops the lid from sliding off when being car...
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These deep wooden trays been restored with a dark wood stain and varnish. Great for keys or for tidying other knick knacks. Available in two sizes,...
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These beautiful large, deep bowls are made in Indonesia from Suar wood and have a lovely colour and pattern. Each one is produced individually so t...
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Large Rectangular Wooden Basket
These old, large rectangular baskets have been restored and finished in a rich brown lacquer. They are ideal for holding magazines, flowers or toil...
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Large Round Antique Wooden Bucket
Hunan, circa 1920 These old buckets date from the early 20th century and are from Hunan province in southern China. Mostly made from fir wood, they...
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Jiangsu, circa 1920 These handcrafted wooden boxes are from Jiangsu province, produced near the cities of Shanghai and Suzhou. They open up to reve...
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Perfect as large salad or fruit bowls, these old, chunky wooden bowls would have been used in China originally for serving food or possibly for kne...
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Tibet, circa 1880 These large, deep wooden bowls were sourced from Tibet near the border with Qinghai province and are made from willow. Used origi...
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These attractive wooden containers were once used for carrying food. Each one has been restored and refinished with a new lacquer in blues and grey...
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These lovely table lamps have a round wooden base and silk shade, available in a choice of either red or cream. Supplied with a standard UK plug. M...
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Jiangsu, circa 1920 Crafted in Jiangsu province, between the cities of Shanghai and Suzhou, these foldable wooden boxes incorporate a reflective mi...
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These lovely little circular stands are ideal for displaying small trinkets or figurines. Made from Ji-Chi (chicken-wing wood), with its wonderful ...
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These beautiful boxes are made from wood and covered in faux leather. Available in either red or black and decorated with different designs, includ...
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These old wooden bowls have been refinished in a distressed orange lacquer, giving them a fresh new look. Note that sizes vary slightly (40 - 50cm ...
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Ornamental Camphor Wood Carving
These lovely wooden ornaments are made from camphor wood logs and supplied with a black metal stand as shown. The wood has a beautiful grain and co...
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These colourful drums make unusual side tables. They are made from wood and hand painted, with the top and bottom covered with leather. The drums a...
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These charming rectangular wooden bowls are made from wood, finished in red or black and painted with flowers on the sides. Great for adding colour...
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Shanxi, circa 1900 These lovely old hexagonal shaped wooden trays all differ slightly in terms of the colours and the decorative paintings on the i...
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Pair of Cream Lacquer Tea Tables
Shanxi, circa 1920 This lovely pair of side tables are from Shanxi province in central China. Each one has been refinished in a distressed greenish...
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Pair of Grey Lacquer Flower Stands
Shanxi, circa 1900 Simply styled and in a tall, elegant shape, these tables were originally used as flower stands. They would still be ideal for di...
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Shanxi, circa 1920 These stylish stools are slightly taller than most and so would work perfectly as night stands or as side tables next to a sofa....
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Shandong, circa 1900 This lovely pair of stools are from Shandong in northern China, made from elm wood. The square seat panels are set within thic...
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Pillow boxes like these were commonly used in China during the Qing dynasty to deter would-be thieves. The owner would place valuables inside the b...
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Red Rice Basket with Decorative Handle
Zhejiang, circa 1900 This attractive wooden basket would once have been used to carry rice or other cooked food. It is in its original red lacquer ...
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Zhejiang, circa 1880 Rounded wooden containers like this one were used to carry cooked foods. The inside sections would have held rice, meat and ve...
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