Indian Brass Ink Pot - 19th Century Wool These elegant 19th-century Chinese “spring

These elegant 19th-century Chinese “spring benches” from Shanxi Province are charming examples of traditional vernacular seating

The geometric symmetry and naïve folk-art carving give the panel a wonderfully sculptural quality

and patina that speak to its earlier life and add greatly to its authenticity and appeal

Wheels on the base make for easy movement when loaded

Crafted from northern elm (yumu)

Indian Brass Ink Pot - 19th Century Wool These elegant 19th-century Chinese “springThis antique Indian brass ink pot is both simple and ornate, it would have been filled with inks made of plant resins with soot or mineral colours for writing. Ink pots just like this one are seen today as decorative antiques in homes and museums a memento of the past. Many of our Indian brass collectibles are between 50 & 150 years old; therefore, many have some small marks and dents from original use which add to the character. From India UK