Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool Based on the simple wooden

Based on the simple wooden daybeds that were used throughout China for reclining during the day and for sleeping on at night

with curved toprails and arms that meet flush with the side posts rather than protruding further

This particular warm elm table is larger than the original kang tables to make it more practical as a contemporary coffee table

This lovely pair of stools are from Shandong in northern China

Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool Based on the simple woodenThis lovely bronze vase is a reproduction of an ancient Chinese wine vessel known as a 'Hu'. The originals were first produced during the Shang dynasty (1600 1045 BC) for use in religious rituals, or to be placed in the tombs of the wealthy deceased. The shape of this one is typical of the originals excavated from ancient burial sites, with wide body, narrow neck handles at each side. Later versions, produced during the 'Warring States' period (475 to