Country Two Drawer Table, Chocolate Jar The insides are lined with

The insides are lined with old Chinese calendar paper or old newspaper

they were used initially by high ranking officials at court and were symbols of great status in Ming dynasty China

The second panel depicts the four harmonious friends - an elephant

This modern day warm elm version has larger drawers than would the originals

the simple style allowing the cabinet to fit perfectly in any setting within the home

Country Two Drawer Table, Chocolate Jar The insides are lined withThe 'horse hoof' shaped feet and waisted table top of our chocolate colour coffee table are a typical trait of most Chinese tables from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The table is based on the simple wooden daybeds that were used throughout China for reclining during the day and for sleeping on at night. The addition of two shallow drawers gives a more modern practicality useful for holding magazines or remote controls.