Carved Antique Daybed Rail Daybed They show dancing butterflies on

They show dancing butterflies on a backdrop of bamboo and peony flowers in soft

a ritual bronze vessel

with the vertical dividers creating framed sections that are perfect for displaying ornaments or photos

with its lovely grain and character

The wonderful distressed terracotta and black hues of this rug perfectly show off the classic design

Carved Antique Daybed Rail Daybed They show dancing butterflies onJiangsu, circa 1860 This intricately carved panel is part of an antique daybed from the city of Nanjing, Jiangsu province. It would have formed the back rail, with similar rails at either side. The panel boasts a stunning relief carving showing scenes of court visitors in the central section. When combined with the two side rails, the the full scene portrays a classic episode from Chinese history. The level of skill required to create the panels, all