Elm Milking Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy Amber is believed to clear

Amber is believed to clear depression

This beautiful Chinese cypress wood altar table is from Shanxi province   It dates from the 19th century

5 x 24 x 38 (wxdxh cms)

Used in Hindu puja ceremonies

Elm Milking Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy Amber is believed to clearThis traditional antique Chinese bleached elm ( yumu) stool is constructed with a thick plank of solid elm wood as the seat and fixed using traditional Chinese carpentry, wedges and without glue or nails. It dates to the 19th century and has a beautiful flowing wood grain. These sturdy wooden stools are a vital component of any shabby chic interior and originally would have been used by farm workers. Versatile, they can be used as a side table or as