Antique Lintel with Relief Carvings colour-silver these wonderful bowls have been

these wonderful bowls have been painted silver on the inside and are carved with various decorative patterns

this horseshoe armchair takes its design from those of the Ming dynasty used as symbols of status

The doors are decorated with a subtle

This seated buddha is carved from stone - beautifully detailed and very heavy

The neat design allows the boxes to fold into a compact size for simple storage or transport

Antique Lintel with Relief Carvings colour-silver these wonderful bowls have beenHebei, circa 1900 This interesting carving once formed the lintel over an entranceway in a Chinese home, with similar carvings positioned around the walls. It dates from the turn of the last century, where it was produced in Hebei province, eastern China. The main section is arched and carved in relief, incorporating various figures at each end perhaps scenes of travellers leaving or arriving home. The narrower middle section shows a floral pattern.