Distressed Pale Blue Sideboard summer-vibes The blue and white glazed

The blue and white glazed decoration features bamboo stalks and a pair of herons - a symbol in China for longevity and high status

The fabric we used is cotton and hemp

The beautiful graining in the wood is still visible throughout the piece

drawers and outer panels

Since its early development this style of chair changed very little through the centuries

Distressed Pale Blue Sideboard summer-vibes The blue and white glazedShanxi, circa 1860 This wonderful sideboard originates from Shanxi province, a region long celebrated for its richly painted and beautifully textured furniture. Dating from the mid nineteenth century, the cabinet retains its original, time worn charm, with a distinctive distressed finish in duck egg blue that has softened over more than a century of use. The piece is constructed from elm, with its once bright layers of lacquer naturally worn back over