Antique Hebei Serving Table spo-notify-me-disabled The spinning wheel is thought

The spinning wheel is thought to have been invented in China around 1000 AD

The 'S' shaped curved backrests were common in chairs produced in China for hundreds of years

Each has a single drawer and low shelf

Using proper dovetail joints this chest is strong enough to sit on

Antique Hebei Serving Table spo-notify-me-disabled The spinning wheel is thoughtHebei, circa 1860 This lovely table is from Hebei province near Beijing, with the original dark finish now mostly worn on the top surface to give a beautiful, characterful patina. The table shows some classic Chinese features, including the waisted top, horse hoof feet and subtly curved stretchers at each side. The table would originally have been used for serving food and drink or as a more general work or display surface. Today it is nicely