Bronze Lion Candle Holder unframed where low furniture would be

where low furniture would be placed on the heated 'kang' platform that formed the main living space in the winter months

the natural background contrasts against the bold grey and mustard tones of the pattern

this beautifully simple black lacquer low table is designed on the 'lute tables' used by the Chinese when seated on the floor to play musical instruments

as well as the outer frame

These square Chinese lanterns are made with a metal wire frame and a white canvas shade

Bronze Lion Candle Holder unframed where low furniture would beMade from cast bronze, this figure is in the form of a Chinese lion or tiger, with its tail ending in a small dish for holding incense or a candle. The body of the lion is etched with decorative, swirling patterns. The base of the dish is 12cm in diameter.