Ornate Carved Elm Armchair antique-side with a single circular long

with a single circular long life symbol set near the top in carved relief

The circular brass lock plate gives each one that classic oriental style

This little wooden box features some lovely carved detail on the front and has a removable lid and shallow drawer at the side

The doors are decorated with a simple panelled design that adds interest and gives a more contemporary look

Although designed with modern practicality in mind the cabinet still shows the Japanese and Asian influences that are characteristic of this range

Ornate Carved Elm Armchair antique-side with a single circular longZhejiang, circa 1860 This ornately decorated armchair is from Zheijang province, produced around the mid nineteenth century from elm wood and originally one of a pair. It features some wonderfully detailed carvings on the backrest, apron and spandrels, all picked out in darker colours that contrast with the paler, golden finish of the seat, arms and legs. The main carving on the backrest is in deep relief, showing two figures possibly farm workers. A