The well-proportioned bed has a narrow waist, which supports a sturdy rectangular frame enclosing the hard cane-work mat seat. With slightly outward legs, connected by shaped, beaded aprons. The zitan wood display smooth lustrous dense hardwood with dark purple-brown hues patina and feathery fine grain. Due to its simple design and light weight, the daybed was a versatile piece of furniture, easily suited for both indoor and outdoor purposes. Woodblock prints dating from the Ming dynasty often show scholars or ladies relaxing on daybeds in garden settings or along riverbanks.

Dimension: 20-1/2" H x 78-3/4" L x 39-1/2" D

Over all in EXCELLENT condition. Some stress of wear. Natural wood imperfection, wood joint mark, minor scratches and dents. Normal consider ages and wears.


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