Low Walnut Storage Coffer w110 with the arms continuing down

with the arms continuing down to meet the seat on curved posts rather than extending out

like many of the better quality pieces produced in Shanxi province

These rustic jugs are in a crackled green glaze and are similar to the oil and wine jars traditionally used throughout China

with head down

Low Walnut Storage Coffer w110 with the arms continuing downShanxi, circa 1880 This lovely old table would sit perfectly in front of a sofa as a long, low coffee table, or could be used as a TV stand. It comes from Shanxi province in central China, made in a frame and panel style and in an original condition, still with the old finish and drawer handles. It would have been used originally as a low storage coffer for valuables, with the drawers once able to be locked. They could also be removed to allow access