Silk Embroidery - 'Blue Phoenix' Dressing Table These small

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The dark border makes a wonderfully contrasting frame to the central design

This striking dining table again features the 'waisted' top and chunky 'horse hoof' shaped feet that are typical of Chinese furniture

These lovely ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for centuries

Silk Embroidery - 'Blue Phoenix' Dressing Table These smallThis unusual embroidery is a replica of the embroidered badges used to embellish the garments of Chinese officials and their spouses. It is hand stitched using high quality silk and is sold mounted and framed as shown. The intricate design features a phoenix in silver and blue, which is a traditional symbol for peace and prosperity in Chinese culture and used to symbolize the empress, representing beauty and grace.