Antique Document Storage Box w90 Machine woven in Turkey this

Machine woven in Turkey this Zola Fasa rug has a deep 10mm pile

Crafted from premium white porcelain with subtle crackle detailing

is finished with fringed ends

A versatile and authentic example of mid-19th century Chinese craftsmanship

deep wooden bowls were sourced from Tibet near the border with Qinghai province and are made from willow

Antique Document Storage Box w90 Machine woven in Turkey thisGansu, circa 1920 Storage boxes like this one were used to hold important papers, books and documents. They were usually decorated with paintings on the front and a written message, perhaps showing details of the owner or to give a wish for prosperity or good fortune. The central, circular painting on a white background here has worn and faded, as have the Chinese characters on the red strips either side, but these are still visible. The box is from