Chinese Butterfly Drawers, Black Lacquer h120 as well as of servants

as well as of servants and civil officials

our blanket trunks are based on the traditional trunks of ancient China

Drawers were quite rare in early Chinese cabinets so this piece is a more contemporary version of a classic Ming design

decorated in gold with jasmine blossom

They are perfect as planters for use either indoors or outdoors

Chinese Butterfly Drawers, Black Lacquer h120 as well as of servantsThe overall design of this black lacquer chest, with its slightly tapered outline, rounded frames and overhanging top, is inspired by the wonderfully elegant 'round cornered' cabinets that were produced for centuries in China. The butterfly is a symbol of joy for the Chinese, and especially of happiness in a marriage. Traditionally it was used on decorative painted cabinets and other furniture such as the wedding chests that would form part of a