Carved Antique Lintel in Natural Finish h50 The talent of the master

The talent of the master craftsman that would have worked on the daybed is clearly evident in the many fine details depicted in the flowing robes and facial expressions of the various characters presented

The eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'

Often referred to as the 'Flying Horse of Gansu' or 'Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow'

The chair's sleek curves and proportions will add sophistication to any setting

Historically

Carved Antique Lintel in Natural Finish h50 The talent of the masterHebei, circa 1900 This pretty panel is made from beech, stripped back to its pale, natural finish. It was produced in Hebei province in eastern China around the turn of the last century, where it would have been set over the entrance to one of the rooms in the home of a wealthy family. The panel is fairly typical in style, with a central carving showing various figures flanked with floral and scrolling patterns, all in relief. This panel is framed