Butterfly Drawers, Warm Elm Birdcage bronzes and other valuable possessions

bronzes and other valuable possessions typical of an ancient Chinese household - a common theme on cabinets throughout China

The Chinese used decorative screens - either lacquered and painted or carved - from early on as a means of providing privacy

there is a removable shelf inside

this lovely warm elm chair goes perfectly with our cross legged desk or can be used separately for occasional seating

With three drawers above the doors

Butterfly Drawers, Warm Elm Birdcage bronzes and other valuable possessionsThe 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