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Provincial Chinese Rift Sawn Bench, c. 1900

$1,880
£1,424.46
€1,634.45
CA$2,645.46
A$2,908.09
CHF 1,528.36
MX$35,314.83
NOK 19,065.90
SEK 18,063.60
DKK 12,198.32

About the Item

This rustic bench from Jiangsu province was originally used in a provincial, Qing-dynasty home as a versatile surface for cooking or gathering for food and drink. Crafted of northern elm (yumu) with traditional joinery, the bench has a plank-top seat supported by splayed legs linked with simple stretcher bars. The elmwood timber that comprises the seat was rift-sawn to reveal grain patterns running parallel to the surface, now smoothly worn from years of use with deep grooves and a soft patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 42.75 in (108.59 cm)Depth: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor losses to foot of one leg.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TLD0301stDibs: LU820045404792

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