Old Chinese Grain Measures - Circa 1940's gifts 126 x 67 x 72

126 x 67 x 72 (wxdxh cms)

suspended pendants

The four drawers provide practical storage while maintaining the table's clean

dating to the early 19th century - Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911)

Large: 18 x 5 x 31 (wxdxh cms)

Old Chinese Grain Measures - Circa 1940's gifts 126 x 67 x 72Originally used in the bustling markets of Shanxi Province in northern China, these charming wooden grain measures were an essential tool for merchants selling rice, wheat and other staple grains. Handcrafted from poplar wood, their gently tapered form, dovetail construction and iron corner reinforcements reflect a practical design built to withstand years of daily use. What makes these examples particularly appealing is the wonderful patina that only