Wooden Grain Scoop Wardrobe as in our version

as in our version

Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a bride's dowry

but would certainly be a dramatic statement piece in the right setting

where they would be placed on the 'kang' - a heated platform of brick or earth that formed the main living area

this elegant blanket box looks beautiful at the end of a bed

Wooden Grain Scoop Wardrobe as in our versionBeijing, circa 1900 Once used at a Chinese market for scooping grain or rice, these simple wooden scoops are nice as decorative objects, as fruit bowls or for displaying flowers. Note that sizes and styles vary slightly.