Spring Bench From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Material - Teak The painting is original €œun-touched€�

The painting is original €œun-touched€� with mineral pigments which will retain its vibrant colour

Each panel can be used separately

The iconic Indian grinder table is known colloquially as a chakki

Large Teakwood Door & Frame from Kutch - dating from the second half of the 19th century

These are objects often associated with scholarly pursuits

Spring Bench From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Material - Teak The painting is original €œun-touched€�Elegant in both form and function, this late 19th century Chinese spring bench comes from Shanxi Province in Northern China. These long elm benches were once a familiar sight outside shops, tea houses and small restaurants, where they provided a place for staff and customers to sit, chat and enjoy the fresh air. Crafted from solid elm, the bench is beautifully decorated with finely carved cloud motifs beneath the seat, lending an otherwise practical