Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool The body is raised and

The body is raised and etched with six faces

giving a sense of movement and fluidity

This lovely pair of stools are from Shandong in northern China

Based on the simple wooden daybeds that were used throughout China for reclining during the day and for sleeping on at night

Gold Inlaid Bronze Hu Vase Stool The body is raised andThis lovely bronze vase is a reproduction of an ancient Chinese wine vessel known as a 'Hu'. The originals were first produced during the Shang dynasty (1600 1045 BC) for use in religious rituals, or to be placed in the tombs of the wealthy deceased. The shape of this one is typical of the originals excavated from ancient burial sites, with wide body, narrow neck handles at each side. Later versions, produced during the 'Warring States' period (475 to