Country Side Stool Console Table The butterfly is a symbol

The butterfly is a symbol of happiness in a marriage for the Chinese and as such is often seen on painted Chinese cabinets and chests that were made to be given as part of a wedding settlement

narrower version of our very popular square trunk and makes a great lamp table or vase stand

A further removable shelf hides a 'secret' compartment behind the bottom panel

low cabinet has an open shelf in the middle to hold a DVD player or digital box and is finished in a dark

Scrolling dragons surround the main carving

Country Side Stool Console Table The butterfly is a symbolThis simple square stool is not only great for seating, but also works perfectly as a side table, either next to a bed or a sofa. Stools have been used at all levels of society in China for centuries and this one, with its classic 'horse hoof' feet and waisted seat, is typical of a style that was very common during the Ming dynasty and still survives today.