Blue Bamboo and Butterflies 2 unframed these old abacuses are from

these old abacuses are from Beijing and and date from the mid twentieth century

decorated with a traditional design in gold leaf showing flowers and animals

Being the largest from our oriental trunks and chests range

our black lacquer cabinet features solid

bronzes and other valuable possessions typical of an ancient Chinese household - a common theme on cabinets throughout China

Blue Bamboo and Butterflies 2 unframed these old abacuses are fromThese gorgeous prints are reproductions of originals painted onto silk in a traditional Chinese painting technique known as 'Gongbi'. They show dancing butterflies on a backdrop of bamboo and peony flowers in soft, pastel blues. Butterflies are often incorporated into paintings and other artistic forms in China as a symbol for long life and marital happiness we often see them adorning our Chinese antique furniture, while the peony denotes high rank