Dragon Ceramic Stool h60 This smaller sized painted cabinet

This smaller sized painted cabinet is great as a side table or next to a bed

They still have the original large wooden 'spokes' and hardware and today make unusual planters or side tables

and this motif is repeated on the side spandrels in relief and open carving

has the chunky 'horse hoof' feet and waisted top that were typical features of old wooden daybeds and meditation seats used in ancient China

The hinged wooden 'wings' at either side of the cabinet can be closed and locked in place with the metal bar and padlock provided

Dragon Ceramic Stool h60 This smaller sized painted cabinetThese white glazed ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for centuries. They are not frost resistant, but can be used outdoors during the summer months and make lovely little side tables. The main glazed decoration shows a pair of dragons, while the top is in a floral pattern, with bats and 'fu' characters to symbolise good fortune.