{"product_id":"spring-bench-elm-from-shanxi-province-19thc","title":"Spring Bench From Shanxi - Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eElegant in both form and function, this late 19th century Chinese spring bench comes from Shanxi Province in Northern China. These long elm benches were once a familiar sight outside shops, tea houses and small restaurants, where they provided a place for staff and customers to sit, chat and enjoy the fresh air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from solid elm, the bench is beautifully decorated with finely carved cloud motifs beneath the seat, lending an otherwise practical piece a sense of refinement. The seat retains areas of its original dark lacquer, now softly worn with age, creating a striking contrast against the weathered natural wood. This layered patina tells the story of decades of use and gives the bench a warmth and authenticity that cannot be replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts generous proportions make it equally suited to a long dining table, an entrance hall or as a decorative accent beneath a window. Combining elegant carving with honest wear, this is a timeless example of Chinese provincial furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shanxi Province, Northern China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elm wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Chinese spring bench, hand-carved cloud motif brackets, remnants of original dark lacquer, beautiful aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition with age-related wear, historic surface marks and losses to the original lacquer consistent with over a century of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W128 x D18 x H48 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551642640693,"sku":"C2509","price":381.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Antique_Chinese_Spring_Bench_C2509.jpg?v=1789234085","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/spring-bench-elm-from-shanxi-province-19thc","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}