Chinese Red Elm Book Chair - 19th Century Nandi Bulls It injected colour into traditional

It injected colour into traditional ceramic work

A very special and unique piece and an ideal collectors item

Its four drawers and underside panels have beautiful deep carvings of floral scenes and animals

This Chinese elm side table has a perfect size for serving as a coffee table or lamp table

Panels such as these reflected sacred architectural forms and devotional imagery

Chinese Red Elm Book Chair - 19th Century Nandi Bulls It injected colour into traditionalThese antique Chinese chairs are called 'meigui yi' or book chairs. Book chairs were unusual for Chinese chairs as they were the only style of Chinese chair made in larger sets. These chairs are constructed from red elm (jumu) wood. The seat height of 50cm is perfect for a high desk or the end of a dining table. It could also be used in place of a side table to create drama and different levels in a room. Looking for a pair? Take a look at our other