3 Drawer Red Elm Desk From Shanxi - 19thC Hat 82 x 69 x 40

82 x 69 x 40 (wxdxh cms)

the resonant tone of the bell is believed to purify the surrounding space and focus the mind during devotional practice

The front is chip carved in the traditional style

creating a rich

the shutter retains its original iron latch and displays the gentle wear and patina expected of a piece of this age

3 Drawer Red Elm Desk From Shanxi - 19thC Hat 82 x 69 x 40Scholars Desk with three drawers from Shanxi Province dating from the 19th century. Chinese Desks were generally made from elm, red elm or walnut , or sometimes from Oak. Red Elm, also known as zelkova or southern elm (jumu) is considered superior to it's northern elm (yumu) cousin as it has a more refined grain structure. From China 99 x 70 x 82 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 80 More delivery options available on checkout