Rustic Low Farmhouse Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Garden but not described or documented

but not described or documented in detail

A striking rich blue and soft coral coloured piled wool rug that's in very good condition

kumkum or bindi (the red powder that Indian ladies apply to the forehead)

original carrying handle

Rustic Low Farmhouse Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Garden but not described or documentedThis beautifully timeworn Chinese elm stool from Henan province dates to the 19th century and embodies the quiet strength of traditional rural craftsmanship. Hewn from solid yumu elm, the thick, single plank seat bears the rich grain, natural fissures, and worn patina that only generations of use can create. Its simple, honest form reflects the practical needs of everyday life, while the softened edges and subtle tool marks speak to the hand of the