Carved Antique Daybed Rail colour-brass representing longevity and marital joy

representing longevity and marital joy

Ideal as a large fruit bowl

the warm red tones make this a lovely accent piece in any setting

stripped back to its pale

It comes with its black metal stand as shown

Carved Antique Daybed Rail colour-brass representing longevity and marital joyJiangsu, circa 1860 This intricately carved panel is part of an antique daybed from the city of Nanjing, Jiangsu province. It would have formed the back rail, with similar rails at either side. The panel boasts a stunning relief carving showing scenes of court visitors in the central section. When combined with the two side rails, the the full scene portrays a classic episode from Chinese history. The level of skill required to create the panels, all